Entry rules
Do Iran passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
UpdatedSep 28, 2026About the data
Entry restricted
Entry restricted
the United Arab Emirates refuses or restricts entry for Iran passport holders.
Entry is refused or restricted for this passport. Check official guidance for any exceptions.
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United Arab Emirates93of 198 passports visa-freeRank 48 among destinationsEvery passport’s ruleIran passport15of 198 destinations visa-freeRank 184 among passportsEvery destination for this passportThe other wayUnited Arab Emirates passport holders visiting IranVisa-free15 days
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