UAE moves to fully digital visa processing as entry-requirements portal goes live

The Ministry of Economy & Tourism has refreshed its “Entry Requirements” page (13 Apr 2026), confirming that every category of UAE entry visa must now be filed through federal e-government portals or integrated airline/hotel channels. Unified digital records replace paper forms, promising faster processing for corporates, while airports prepare for higher biometric-gate throughput. Businesses must pivot to the new online-only workflow or risk travel disruptions.