Entry rules
Do China passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
UpdatedSep 28, 2026About the data
No visa needed
Visa-free90 days
China passport holders can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 90 days.
No visa needed for a short visit. You may still be asked for an arrival form, an onward ticket or proof of funds.
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United Arab Emirates93of 198 passports visa-freeRank 48 among destinationsEvery passport’s ruleChina passport52of 198 destinations visa-freeRank 104 among passportsEvery destination for this passportThe other wayUnited Arab Emirates passport holders visiting ChinaVisa-free30 days
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