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UAE visa on arrival now available for eligible South African passport holders*

South African passport holders may be eligible for a UAE visa on arrival, provided they hold a valid and unexpired tourist or visit visa issued by the United States of America, the United Kingdom, or any Schengen country. Holders of a valid United States Green Card may also be eligible.
What you need to know:
• Applicable to South African passport holders travelling to the UAE.
• Travellers must hold a valid and unexpired tourist or visit visa issued by the United States of America, the United Kingdom, or any Schengen country.
• Holders of a valid United States Green Card may also be eligible.
• All travellers must meet the applicable UAE entry and immigration requirements.
This enhancement provides greater convenience and flexibility for guests travelling to Abu Dhabi and across the UAE.
For full details on eligibility, required documentation and entry requirements, please refer to the relevant UAE visa information available on etihad.com.
Note:Visa and entry requirements are subject to change without notice. Guests are responsible for ensuring they meet all applicable entry requirements and hold the necessary travel documentation. The granting of a visa and admission into the UAE remain at the sole discretion of the relevant immigration authorities.
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Etihad
