Looking for an Abu Dhabi visa? There is no separate Abu Dhabi visa. The UAE tourist visa is one document that covers Abu Dhabi, Dubai and all seven emirates. You apply once and can travel to the whole country.
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The UAE is one country with one tourist visa. A UAE tourist visa covers Abu Dhabi, Dubai and all seven emirates. Filipino nationals apply once and can travel freely across the UAE on the same visa.Source: ICP / GDRFA Dubai, 2026
Same UAE visa for Abu Dhabi and Dubai
Filipino nationals use the same UAE tourist visa whether they plan to visit Abu Dhabi, Dubai or both. No additional city-specific visa or permit is required.Source: ICP / GDRFA Dubai, 2026
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Dubai Visa vs Abu Dhabi Visa: What is the Difference?
Detail
What it means
Visa type
One UAE tourist visa
Stay permitted
Valid for travel across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and all seven emirates
Cost
Same visa price regardless of which emirate you visit first
Application needed
No separate Abu Dhabi visa application is required
Passport validity
Philippine passport should be valid for at least 6 months from travel date
Key point: a UAE tourist visa is not restricted to one city. The same approved visa can be used to enter through Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah or another UAE port of entry.
Planning to Visit Abu Dhabi
1 Travel freely between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
Once you hold a valid UAE tourist visa, you can travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai by road, bus or private transfer without an additional city permit.
2 Visit Abu Dhabi attractions
Popular Abu Dhabi attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Yas Island, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Corniche.
3 Fly directly into Abu Dhabi
If you fly directly into Abu Dhabi, present the same UAE tourist visa on arrival. The visa is valid at UAE ports of entry including Abu Dhabi International Airport.
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How to Apply: UAE Tourist Visa for Filipinos
The application process is the same whether you plan to visit Abu Dhabi, Dubai or both. Filipino nationals apply for a UAE tourist visa online and receive the approved visa by email.
2 to 4 working days standard / 4 to 8 hours express
Delivery
Approved UAE tourist visa delivered by email as a PDF e-visa
Standard processing: 2 to 4 working days. Express processing: 4 to 8 hours.
How to apply
Contact Arabiers with your passport copy and photo. Choose a 30-day or 60-day visa and standard or express processing. Pay online and receive the approved UAE tourist visa by email as a PDF.
Important
One visa covers Abu Dhabi and Dubai
There is no separate Abu Dhabi tourist visa for Filipino travellers. The UAE tourist visa covers all seven emirates, so the same visa can be used for Abu Dhabi, Dubai and the rest of the UAE.
No. There is one UAE tourist visa that covers all seven emirates including Abu Dhabi and Dubai. You do not need separate visas for different UAE cities.
Yes. A UAE tourist visa allows you to travel freely to Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and all other emirates. The visa does not restrict you to one city.
Yes. You can arrive at any UAE port of entry, including Abu Dhabi International Airport, Dubai International Airport or Sharjah Airport. Your UAE tourist visa is valid across the UAE.
The UAE tourist visa covering Abu Dhabi and Dubai starts from AED 789 for 30-day single entry with express processing, or AED 989 for 60-day single entry express. Standard processing is available at lower cost.
The UAE tourist visa is processed in 4 to 8 hours with express processing, or 2 to 4 working days with standard processing.
Yes. Filipino residents in certain eligible countries with qualifying residence permits or visas may be eligible for a paid UAE on-arrival visa. See the on-arrival eligibility section of the full Filipino visa guide.
A clear colour copy of your Philippine passport bio page and a recent colour photograph with a plain white background are required. The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your travel date.