Documents we need from you

Please prepare the documents below exactly as shown. Correct copies the first time mean a faster visa — no back-and-forth, no delays, no rejection.

Passport copy — accepted specification

Provide a clear, complete and legible copy of your passport showing both pages (opposite pages) in one image.

Accepted Example
Photo Requirements
Both pages must be visibleShow the details page and the opposite page in one image.
All corners visibleInclude all four corners of both pages.
Clear and sharpAll text, photo and numbers must be sharp and readable.
MRZ clearly visibleThe two code lines (<<<) at the bottom must be complete and readable.
No glare, shadows or fingersNothing may cover or wash out any part of the page.
Straight, flat imagePage fully flat, photographed square-on — not tilted.
Colour photoBlack & white copies are not accepted.
Valid 6+ monthsPassport must be valid for at least 6 more months.
✕Not Acceptable Examples
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Blurry photo

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Glare / reflection

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Cropped edges

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Finger covering page

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Tilted / angled shot

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Dark / shadows

Important tip

Place the passport on a flat surface and take the photo directly from above. A blurry, cropped or unclear copy may cause delays or rejection in your application.

ICAO digital photo requirements

A recent passport-style colour photo — plain white background, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) compliant.

ICAO digital photo requirements: acceptable examples for male, female without hijab and female with hijab, photo requirements checklist, and unacceptable examples
Important

Your photo is used on your visa and official documents. Best option: a photo studio — ask for a "UAE visa photo with a white background" and they will know the standard.

Passport — outer cover page

Provide a clear photo of the opened passport outer cover — both sides visible in one image.

Accepted Format
Photo Requirements
Both outer cover sides visibleOpen the passport fully — left and right sides together in one image.
Entire cover visibleDo not crop any part of the cover or corners.
Clear and in focusText, emblem and barcode must be sharp and readable.
No glare or reflectionsAvoid shiny surfaces or bright light spots.
No hands or fingersPlace the passport flat and photograph from above.
Plain background & even lightClean background, no shadows across the cover.
Colour photoBlack & white copies are not accepted.
✕Not Acceptable Examples
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Cropped /
corners not visible

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With hands /
fingers visible

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Glare /
reflection

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Blurry /
out of focus

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Shadow on
cover

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Black & white /
scanned copy

Tip

Place the passport on a flat surface with good lighting and take the photo directly from above.