Indian passport holders travelling from India can get a free UAE entry visa when booking an Abu Dhabi holiday of at least three nights under a new tourism initiative.
The programme, launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), runs from August 1 to October 31, 2026, and will cover up to 20,000 visas.
To qualify, travellers must:
- Hold an Indian passport and depart from India
- Book through a participating travel partner or online travel agency
- Stay at least three consecutive nights at an Abu Dhabi hotel
- Have a return flight from India
DCT Abu Dhabi will cover the visa cost for eligible bookings through participating partners. The initiative aims to boost travel from India and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s tourism ties with the Indian market.
