Visitors from other countries in the Schengen Area do not need a visa to enter UAE as long as the country remains a member.  Any government-issued ID issued within the last 3 months or a passport issued within the last 10 years will suffice as proof of identity. Visitors from countries that have visa-free access to the Schengen Area can stay in UAE for up to 90 days without a visa. The United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates are two examples of these nations. No airline, not even Emirates Airlines, can get their passengers into UAE without first obtaining a visa before getting the Emirates Flights to Dubai from UK.

Who needs a visa to travel to UAE?

Visitors from outside the Schengen Area are required to obtain a visa before visiting UAE.

But if you are a resident of or a citizen of;

•         EU/EEA.

•         These are the Swiss.

•         The US

•         "New Zealand"

•         You're in Oz.

•         To be specific: Monaco.

•         Andorra, a European republic

•         Japan.

•         Countries with a visa-free agreement with Schengen that allows for travel to the Schengen area

Types of UAE Schengen Visas

1.      The visa for business travel

2.      Visas for artistic or athletic performances

3.      Tourist visas

4.      Traineeships requiring a temporary visa

5.      A family or friend visit visa

6.      If you want to use a Belgian airport, you'll need a transit visa.

Requirements for UAE's Schengen Visa

•         A Schengen visa application form must be filled out if you wish to apply for one in UAE.

•         Please provide two passport-sized pictures with your most recent application.

•         After leaving UAE, your passport must have at least three months of validity remaining.

•         A cover letter explaining the thinking behind and your intended outcomes with

•         You should go to UAE.

How long do you plan to remain?

Plans for upcoming trips, including those within Schengen.

•         Your entire return Emirates Economy Class flight schedule

•         A policy that is valid in all Schengen countries and provides medical coverage of at least €30,000.

•         Proof of prearranged housing (in a hotel or with a family member) is required.

•         Legal identity documentation, such as:

o   A legal certificate of marriage

o   A birth certificate

o   Legal documentation of your divorce

•         Proof that you have enough money to pay for your entire stay in UAE, in the form of a bank statement.

How do I apply for a Belgian Schengen visa?

1.      The first step in applying for a visa is to fill out the application in its entirety and submit all required materials.

2.      Find the nearest Belgian consulate or embassy to your current location.

3.      You should meet with an embassy representative in person, by phone, or via email.

4.      Prepare for your visa interview by setting up an appointment.

5.      It can take anywhere from 30 to 60 days for a visa application to be processed and for you to hear back from the appropriate authorities as to whether or not your visa has been issued.

6.      You can check the status of your visa application via

a.       UAE's official immigration website

b.      Via Telephone

c.       Electronic mail

That's all there is to it if you're planning an international trip to UAE.