Good News, Travelers: Eligible Filipinos Can Now Get a UAE Visa-on-Arrival
You need one key requirement to be eligible.
by Ina Louise Manto | June 25, 2026
In an advisory, the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines (DFA) announced that beginning June 25, 2026, Filipinos are now eligible for a Visa-On-Arrival when traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Here’s everything you need to know about it:
Who is eligible for the Visa-On-Arrival?
Filipino citizens using their Philippine passports with an EXISTING VALID VISA, RESIDENCE PERMIT, OR GREEN CARD in the following countries are eligible for a Visa-On-Arrival in the UAE:
- United States of America
- European Union member states
- Australia
- Japan
- Singapore
- Republic of Korea
- Canada
- New Zealand
How do you obtain a Visa-On-Arrival in the UAE?
Eligible Filipinos can get a Visa-On-Arrival in the UAE for a fee. There are two options for it:
| Duration of Stay | Fee | Extension |
|---|---|---|
| 14 days | United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) 100 (approx. PHP 1,669) | May be extended once for an additional 14 days at a fee of AED 250 (approx. PHP 4,174) |
| 60 days | AED 250 (approx. PHP 4,174) | Not extendable |
Which countries and states are included in the UAE?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) comprises seven emirates:
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Umm Al Quwain
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Fujairah
For more information and updates, visit the Department of Foreign Affairs’ official website and Facebook.
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