Visa Free Countries for Emiratis

Ukraine is known for its population of over 42 million people, magnificent architectural styles and the deepest metropolitan station in the world.

• United Arab Emirate citizens can travel to Ukraine without applying for a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Passports of visitors entering Ukraine must be valid at the time of entry and exit.
• One blank page of passports of visitors entering Ukraine is required for entry stamp.
• Amounts of money over €10,000 or foreign currency equivalent must be declared in writing upon entry and exit.
• There are no certificates of vaccination required from visitors entering Ukraine.
• Visitors with official, special or service passports such as diplomatic mission must show documents affirming the purposes of travel.
• Visitors from the United Arab Emirates are required to have return tickets upon their arrival in Ukraine.
• All visitors entering Ukraine have to fill in an immigration card upon arrival which must be submitted with the passport when entering and leaving the country.
• Products containing propaganda of war, racism and racial segregation, genocide and the likes of which disagrees with the Ukrainian Constitution are allowed importation.
• medical supplies up to 5 packages of one brand as well as items bought in Ukraine with a total value not more than EUR 200 are not allowed upon exit.
• Pets such as cats, dogs and birds require an official certificate of veterinary health stamped with the seal of a state veterinarian institute in the home country.
• Pigeons or Dogs and cats aged less than three months old are not allowed into Ukraine.
• All travellers leaving the country are not required to pay any form of airport tax.
• Ukraine uses the Eastern European Standard Time, hence, United Arab Emirates is 2 hours ahead of Ukraine.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Ukraine is 4 hours, 40 minutes.
• Ukranian is the official language but Russian is widely spoken, especially in eastern and southern Ukraine. The alphabet adopted in the country is Cyrillic.
• Ukraine has an area of 603,628 km2 (233,062 sq mi) making it both the largest country entirely within Europe and the 46th largest country in the world
•  The dominant religion in the country is Eastern Orthodoxy.
• Ukraine has a mostly temperate climate with the exception of the southern coast of Crimea which has a subtropical climate.
• The major mode of transportation is done by roadways and railways, particularly in urban centres.
•  Ukraine has seven World Heritage Sites including the 11th century Saint-Sophia Cathedral in Kiev, the ancient city of Chersonesus, and the primaeval beech forests of the Carpathians.
• The inhabitants of Ukraine are known to drinking a lot of alcohol as the Health Organisation (WHO) ranks Ukraine sixth for alcohol consumption with 13.9 litres glugged per capita per year.
• Ukraine has about four or five ski resorts to shout about including Bukovel in the Carpathian mountains, with 55km of slopes and 15 lifts.

Egypt is famous for its landmark pyramids, for its ancient culture of mummification, and for inventing the 365 days a year calendar! Egypt is populate...

• United Arab Emirate nationals intending to visit Egypt are not needed to make an application for a visa if they intend to stay for a duration of 90 days.
• Passports of United Arab Emirates’ citizens must have at least six months validity at the time of entry.
• Citizens must ensure that at least one blank page of their passport is made available for entry stamps.
• Visitors are required to declare less than $10,000 or its currency equivalent upon entry and exit.
• There are no certificates of vaccination required from visitors entering Egypt.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Cats and dogs of visitors must be accompanied by a governmental certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country that is valid for two weeks from the issuing date.
• Pet birds of any kind are not allowed to enter Egypt whether as cargo, cabin luggage or held luggage except for living young chickens.
• A computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Egypt is requested from visitors upon entry.
• Egypt uses the Eastern European Standard Time, therefore, United Arab Emirates is 2 hours ahead of Egypt.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Cairo, Egypt is 3 hours, 27 minutes.
• Considered a cradle of civilisation, Ancient Egypt introduced some of the earliest developments of writing, agriculture, urbanisation, organised religion and central government.
• Islam is the official religion of Egypt and Arabic is its official language
• Egypt is the most populous country in North Africa, the Middle East and the Arab World, the third-most populous in Africa and the fifteenth-most populous in the world.
• Egypt has an unusually hot, sunny and dry climate. Average high temperatures are high in the north but very to extremely high in the rest of the country during summer.
• The Giza Necropolis is one of Egypt's best-known tourist attractions; it is the only one of the Seven wonders of the Ancient World still in existence.
• Egypt's beaches on the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, which extend to over 3,000 kilometres (1,900 miles), are also popular tourist destinations; the Gulf of Agaba beaches, Safaga, Sharm el-Sheikh, Hurghada, Luxor, Dahab, Ras Sidr and Marsa Alam are popular sites.

Kuwait is a country located in the Middle East, on the Persian Gulf, and is populated with over 4.137 million people. It is known for its mineral reso...

• Citizens of the United Arab Emirates are not required to apply for a visa to travel to Kuwait for a stay duration of 90 days.
• Citizens’ passports must be valid for six months from date of arrival but expired passports can be accepted as emergency passports with conditions.
• There are no vaccination of health certificate required from temporary visitors entering Kuwait.
• All travellers leaving Kuwait are required to pay an airport departure tax of KWD 2 (Kuwaiti Dinars).
• There are no restrictions on importing or exporting of local and foreign currencies.
• Gold bars are allowed in and out of the country provided that the customs authorities are informed.
• Pets may be brought into Kuwait provided prior permission has been made from the General Directorate for Agricultural and Sea Wealth and that owners obtain a veterinary certificate of good health issued in the home country.
• Travellers are allowed free export of cigarettes and tobacco products of any weight or amount without restrictions.
• Visitors bearing a temporary residence permit issued by Kuwait will be denied entry as an only permanent residence permit is allowed.
• Visitors are required to have onward or return tickets except for citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council member countries.
• Kuwait adopts the Arabian Standard Time, hence, United Arab Emirates is 1 hour ahead of Kuwait.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City, Kuwait is 1 hour, 32 minutes.
• Kuwait is frequently dubbed the “Hollywood of the Gulf" due to the popularity of its television soap operas and theatre.
• The new Kuwait National Cultural District (KNCD) consisting of various cultural venues including Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre, Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Centre, Al Shaheed Park and Al Salam Palace is one of the largest cultural districts in the world.
• Summers between April to July in Kuwait are some of the hottest on earth.
• Water in Kuwait are mostly seawater, hence, the country relies on water desalination as a primary source of fresh water for drinking and domestic purposes.
• Kuwait has a state-funded medical system which provides treatment without charge to Kuwaiti nationals.
• The country's public transportation network consists almost entirely of bus routes but there is no railway system in the country, most people travel by automobiles.
• The annual "Hala Febrayer" festival in Kuwait is known to attract many tourists from neighbouring GCC countries and includes a variety of events including music concerts, parades, and carnivals

Italy is home to over 60.59 million inhabitants, the world's most rugged mountains and the best pasta in the world.

• United Arab Emirate citizens can travel to Italy without obtaining a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Two pages of the passports of visitors are required to be made blank for entry stamp.
• Passports must have at least six months validity remaining beyond your planned date of departure.
• There are no certificate of vaccination needed for visiting Italy.
• Currencies that are below 10,000 Euros are required to be declared upon arrival and departure.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors must provide evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of stay in Italy with bank statements from three months before arrival.
• Valid health/accident/repatriation insurance with full international coverage is required from visitors.
• The flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Italy is 5 hours, 51 minutes.
• Italy uses the Central European Summer Time zone (GMT+2) which puts the United Arab Emirates 3 hours ahead of Italy.
• The country has greatly influenced and contributed to diverse fields, notably the art, music, literature, philosophy, science and technology, fashion, cinema, cuisine, sports as well as jurisprudence, banking and business.
• As a reflection of its cultural wealth, Italy is home to the world's largest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites and is the fifth-most visited country.
• The country also has rich collections of art, culture and literature from many periods. 
• Furthermore, Italy has an overall estimate 100,000 monuments such as museums, palaces, buildings, statues, churches, art galleries, villas, fountains, historic houses and archaeological remains.
• Italy has about fourteen volcanoes and is surrounded by four different seas- the Adriatic Sea in the east, the Lonian Sea in the south, and the Ligurian Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea in the west.
• In most of the northern and central regions of Italy, the climate ranges from humid subtropical to humid continental and oceanic.
• The waterways are largely used for transportation in Italy followed by road transport, railways and airports.
• Rome, Milan, Venice and Florence are also among the world's top 100 destinations.
• Italy's official language is Italian. Although,  Albanian, Catalan, German, Greek, Slovene, Croatian, French, Franco-Provencal, Friulian, Ladin, Occitan and Sardinian are formally recognised as minority languages.
• Some of the most popular Italian foods are pizza, pasta, espresso and gelato.

Saudi Arabia is populated with over 33 million people, it is known as the birthplace of Islam, it houses the Red sea and the Persian Gulf coastlines....

• United Arab Emirate citizens can travel to Saudi Arabia without applying or obtaining a visa for a variable period of time depending on the decision of the embassy.
• A minimum of six months’ validity beyond the date of travel is recommended for the passport of visitors entering the United Arab Emirate.
• Currencies of more than 16,000 US Dollars equivalent must be declared upon entry and exit from the country.
• Accompanied by a Mahram who should be one of their immediate family members such as a father, brother, husband or son.
• Housemaids or wives, travelling either unaccompanied or to join their husbands, must be met at the airport by a sponsor or husband and must have confirmed onward reservations up to their final destination in Saudi Arabia.
• All pilgrims entering Saudi Arabia must have return tickets with confirmed reservations
•  Travellers must have onward or return tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
•  Importation of cats requires two veterinary health certificates and a certificate of vaccination against rabies, stating that vaccination has been given between 12 months and 30 days before arrival.
• An Airport Tax of SAR 50 is imposed on travellers departing from Saudi Arabia.
• Hajj or Umrah Pilgrims arriving in Jeddah to hold a meningitis vaccination certificate that should be no more than 3 years and not less than 10 days from the date of arrival in Saudi Arabia. 
• A Pilgrim arriving without the necessary health documents will either be quarantined or vaccinated at the airport (free of charge).
• All pilgrims must wear an identity card fixed on a wrist band and containing information about their health condition.
• It is strongly recommended not to have passports containing any Israeli visa or stamp when entering or transiting Saudi Arabia
• Foodstuffs brought by pilgrims are not permitted entry into Saudi Arabia.
• Saudi Arabia uses the Arabian Standard Time, hence, United Arab Emirates is 1 hour ahead of Saudi Arabia.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Saudi Arabia is 1 hour, 41 minutes
• Saudi Arabia also has one of the world's youngest populations; 50 per cent of its 33.4 million people are under 25 years old.
• Saudi Arabia is the only nation with both a Red Sea coast and a Persian Gulf coast, and most of its terrain consists of arid desert, lowland and mountains
• Saudi Arabia is sometimes called "the Land of the Two Holy Mosques" in reference to Mecca and Medina the two holiest places in Islam. 
• The state's official language is Arabic. The three main regional variants spoken by Saudis are Hejazi Arabic, Nadji Arabic and Gulf Arabic.
• water supply and sanitation in Saudi Arabia is characterized by significant investments in seawater desalination, water distribution, sewerage and wastewater treatment.
• most tourism in Saudi Arabia still largely involves religious pilgrimages, The Hejazi region, where the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina are located, is the destination of the Hajj pilgrimage.
• The Islamic dietary laws are enforced in Saudi Arabia and as such, pork is not allowed and other animals are slaughtered in accordance with Halal.

Thailand is a country with a population of 68 million people. It's known for being the biggest rice exporter in the world,for its sensual massage parl...

• Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can visit Thailand without applying for a visa for a stay duration of 30 days.
• It is recommended that passports of visitors must have a validity of 6 months from the date of entry into the country.
• A Yellow fever certificate of vaccination will be required from United Arab Emirate citizens entering Thailand.
• There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies taken in and out of Thailand.
• Travellers above the age of 12 years must have enough money to cover the expenses of their visit at least THB 20,000 or USD 640 per person/family.
• Import of pets must be accompanied by a health certificate and are subject to taxation
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport
• Thailand uses the Indochina Time zone, hence, Thailand is 3 hours ahead of the United Arab Emirates.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Thailand is 6 hours, 33 minutes.
• Most of Thailand has a "tropical wet and dry or savanna climate" type.
• Thailand is divided into three seasons. The first is the rainy or southwest monsoon season from mid–May to mid–October, the second is characterized by abundant rain with August followed by the third season in September being the wettest period of the year.
• The Andaman Sea is a precious natural resource in Thailand that hosts popular and luxurious resorts along Phuket, Krabi, Ranong, Phang Nga and Trang and their islands, all lay along the coasts of the Andaman Sea which despite the 2004 tsunami still remains a tourist attraction.
• Western tourists not only visit Bangkok and surroundings but in addition much travels to the southern beaches and islands.
• The railway system constitutes most of Thailand’s transport system but other forms of road transport include tuk-tuks, taxis, vans (minibus), motorbike taxis, and songthaews.
• Thailand's attractions include diving, sandy beaches, hundreds of tropical islands, nightlife, archaeological sites, museums, hill tribes, flora and birdlife, palaces, the Buddhist temple and several World Heritage sites.
• The official language of Thailand is Thai, a Tai-Kadai language closely related to Lao, Shanin Myanmar
• Thailand's prevalent religion is Theravada Buddhism which is an integral part of Thai identity and culture.

Qatar, a home to over 2.6 million people and having the third-largest natural gas and oil reserves, is the richest country in the world. Its capital c...

• United Arab Emirate citizens can travel to Qatar by without making applications for a visa for a stay duration of at least 30 days.
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least two blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
• Certificate of vaccination is not required from United Arab Emirate citizens travelling to Qatar.
• Proof of Sufficient Funds by presenting evidence of sufficient funds to support visit to Qatar such as pay stubs, traveller's cheques and a most recent bank statement.
• Travellers must also have evidence of confirmed hotel reservation and any major credit card or at least USD 1,400.
• There are no currency restrictions on entering or departing Qatar.
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Qatar is 55 minutes.
• Qatar is on the Arabian Standard Time zone (GMT+3) this means that the United Arab Emirates is 1 hour ahead of Qatar.
• Some HIV/AIDS entry restrictions exist for visitors visiting Qatar.
• Customs regulations are strict regarding alcohol, narcotics, pork products, weapons or weapons-related articles (handcuffs, laser pointers, etc.) and pornographic/sexually-related materials in Qatar.
• Incidents involving obscene language, gestures, or insulting comments often result in arrest, overnight imprisonment and fines.
• Religion is a very sensitive issue in Qatar; treat any discussions on religion with care and caution. The law provides for a prison sentence of up to seven years for defaming, desecrating, or committing blasphemy against Islam, Christianity, or Judaism. 
• Flogging is employed as a punishment for alcohol consumption or illicit sexual relations.
• The law also restricts public worship for non-Islamic faiths.
• While you may import religious material for personal use, do not bring religious materials into the country for proselytizing purposes; this is prohibited.
• Pets are cleared for entry into Qatar if they are carried in a clean and lockable cage suitable for the size of the animal and designed for air travel and accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health, which confirms that the animal is cleared for air travel, free from disease and vaccinated.
• Firearms require special permission in advance from the Ministry of Defense, Government of Qatar.
• There are no restrictions on importing or exporting local currency (Qatar Riyal-QAR) and foreign currencies other than Israeli currency.
• Transport within Qatar is made with Mass-transit options such as a Doha Metro, light-rail system and more extensive bus networks.
• Arabic is the official language of Qatar, with Qatari Arabic the local dialect.
• English is particularly useful for communication with Qatar's large expatriate community.
• Qatar is the world's biggest buyer in the art market by value based on this reason, art is at the centre of the country’s tourism.

Bahrain is a country of some 1.5 million people famous for its oil reserves, gorgeous natural pearls, and the speculation that it is the actual biblic...

• United Arab Emirate citizens can visit Bahrain without applying for a visa for a variable stay of at least 30 days.
• Prospective visitors will be requested to provide a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Bahrain. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
• Mauritius citizens who want to stay beyond the period of stay are to apply and pay for an extension at the Immigration department.
• Tourists travelling to Bahrain must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Bahrain. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
• Visitors must be able to support themselves (and any dependents) during the visit and are not allowed to take up any paid employment during their stay.
• Intending visitors can get to Bahrain from any international airport in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
• Emirate, Kuwait Airways, Gulf Air, and Oman Air are some of the airlines that fly from United Arab Emirate to Bahrain.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Manama, Bahrain is 1 hour, 2 minutes.
• The Bahraini Dinar is the official currency in Bahrain. The USD is widely accepted throughout the country. There are no restrictions on the import of foreign currencies.
• Bahrain has an arid climate. Summers in Bahrain are often extremely sunny, and winter is slightly mild, and these make up the seasons in Bahrain. 
• Bahrain uses the Arabian Standard Time (GMT+3) making the United Arab Emirates 1 hour ahead of Bahrain.
• Power sockets and plugs used in Bahrain are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V, with a 50 Hz frequency.
• Manama, Bahrain national museum, and Tree of Life are some of the tourist attractions in Bahrain.
• Islam is what about 70% of citizens of Bahrain take up as their religion, with a small but nonetheless existing number of Christians and people of other faiths.
• Bahrain, with its many architectural and natural beauties, has a lot to offer to visitors looking to go sightseeing, and discovering a rich and diverse culture while at it.
• Although Arabic is the official language in Bahrain, English is also spoken by many. It used for business and other official purposes and is a compulsory second language in schools.
• Transportation in Bahrain is facilitated by buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
• Bahrain is a very Islamic country with most of their laws influenced by the Quran, which means that certain things like taking pictures of people and buildings without permission, open display of non-religious beliefs, and import of other religious materials can be considered offensive.

Jordan is an Arab country with a population of 9.5 million, filled with biblical sites and backdrops for famous movies in the silver screen era.

Lebanon is famous for having over 6 million inhabitants, its striking music styles and sandy beaches.

• United Arab Emirate citizens visiting Lebanon are not required to obtain a visa for a period of fewer than 180 days of stay.
• At least one blank page on the passport of visitors is required for entry stamps
• United Arab Emirate citizens are allowed entry into Lebanon without presenting any certificate of vaccination
• There are no restrictions on the amount of money taken in and out of Lebanon
• Passports of visitors must be valid for ninety days following entry with no Israeli stamps or visas.
• All live animals must be accompanied by a valid health certificate that is issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
• Citizens who are discovered to have associated with Israeli citizens or officials or to have travelled through Israel are subject to arrest, detention, and prosecution.
• Lebanon uses Eastern European Summer Time zone (GMT+3), hence, United Arab Emirates is 2 hours ahead of Lebanon.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Qatar is 55 minutes.
• Lebanon has a moderate Mediterranean climate. In coastal areas, winters are generally cool and rainy whilst summers are hot and humid.
• Lebanon is the most religiously diverse country in the Middle East having a population of Muslims at 54%, Christians at 40.5%, Druze 5.6% with a very small number of Jews, Baha'is, Buddhists, Hindus and Mormons.
• Arabic is the official national language of Lebanon together with French and English.
• Lebanon has six ski resorts. Because of Lebanon's unique geography, it is possible to go skiing in the morning and swimming in the Mediterranean in the afternoon
• Lebanon is known to celebrate national and both Christian and Muslim holidays
• Music festivals are often hosted at historical sites as a customary element of Lebanese culture among the most famous are Baalbeck International Festival, Byblos International Festival, Beiteddine International Festival and Jounieh International Festival.

Philippines is the 12th most populated country in the world with a population of over 108 million people. It is known for its exports of coconuts and...

• Citizens of United Arab Emirate citizens travelling to the Philippines are not required to visa for a stay up to 30 days.
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain entry stamps.
• Visitors are only allowed currencies with the equivalent of 50,000 pesos/$10,000 on entry and exit.
• It is necessary for United Arab Citizens citizens to provide the International Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
• Visitors must provide a return ticket to their home country or an onward ticket to another country.
• Visitors are required to supply proof of Travel Arrangements by presenting a computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency 
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Manila, Philippines is 9 hours, 13 minutes.
• Philippines is currently on the Philippine Standard Time zone in the Philippines (GMT+8) which puts the Philippines is 4 hours ahead of United Arab Emirates.
• Trafficking in the Philippines is non-bailable and the maximum penalty is life imprisonment.
• If you intend to enter the Philippines with a prescribed controlled substance (for example, medical marijuana), obtain clearance from the Philippine government first. 
• Vehicles used within the Philippines include bus, lorries, trucks and ferries. taxis are the recommended form of public transportation for visitors.
• Drugs or substances used for contraception are banned from entry into the Philippines.
• Visitors are allowed to possess printed materials that may be indecent, pornographic or subversive.
• Explosives, firearms and firearm parts, replicas and ammunition are prohibited in the country.
• Gambling machines and articles such as lottery sweepstakes tickets, coin-operated video machines, jackpot or pinball machines are not allowed entry.
•  An import permit is required for importing all fruits, vegetables, plants and planting materials regardless of quantity if they are not accompanied by valid quarantine papers.
• The Philippines is the world's 5th largest island country with an area of 300,000 km2
• Multiple ethnicities and cultures are found throughout the islands.
• The country is known to be a significant location for human anthropology as the remains of the earliest men are found on the Island.
• Most of the mountainous islands are covered in tropical rainforest and volcanic in origin
• The country is estimated to have the second-largest gold deposits after South Africa giving credence to the talk that the Philippines was the Biblical Ophir.
• The Philippines' rainforests and its extensive coastlines make it home to a diverse range of birds, plants, animals, and sea creatures such as palm civet cat, the dugong, the cloud rat and the Philippine Tarsier.
• The Philippines has a tropical maritime climate that is usually hot and humid. There are three seasons: tag-init or tag-araw, the hot dry season or summer from March to May; tag-ulan, the rainy season from June to November; and tag-lamig, the cool dry season from December to February.
• Buses, jeepneys, taxis, and motorized tricycles are commonly available in major cities and towns.
• The country's rich biodiversity is one of the main tourist attractions with its beaches, mountains, rainforests, islands and diving spots among the most popular tourist destinations.
• Filipino and English are the official languages of the country.
• The Philippines is an officially secular state, although Christianity is the dominant faith with  Islam being the second-largest religion.
• Unlike many Asians, most Filipinos do not eat with chopsticks; they use Western cutlery.

Uzbekistan has population of over 32 million people. The country is known for it's abundant mosques, famous ancient cities, and for being one of two d...

• According to the Uzbekistan visa policy, United Arab Emirate citizens can visit the country without applying for a visa for a stay up to 30 days.
• Passports of citizens intending to visit the country must be valid at the time of entry.
• One blank page on passports of visitors entering Uzbekistan is required for entry stamps at the point of entry.
• No certificates of vaccination are required to enter or visit Uzbekistan.
• The amount of U.S. dollars or any foreign currency may not exceed the total declared by the traveller upon entry. If it does, the traveller must present bank documents showing the source of the additional currency.
• Dogs, cats, and birds, with the exception of pigeons, must be accompanied by a certificate of veterinary health.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Uzbekistan's climate is classified as continental with hot summers and cool winters.
• Its first major official language is Uzbek, a Turkic language written in the Latin alphabet and spoken natively by approximately 85% of the population.
• Muslims constitute 79% of the population while 5% of the population follow Russian Orthodox Christianity and 16% of the population follow other religions or are non-religious. 
• Uzbekistan is known for its rich and diverse natural environment.
• The country is also famous for its mosques, mausoleums and other sites linked to the Silk Road, the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean.
• Uzbekistan has the fourth-largest gold deposits in the world. The country mines 80 tons of gold annually, seventh in the world. Uzbekistan's copper deposits rank tenth in the world and its uranium deposits twelfth.
• There are buses and planes are the best way to get around Uzbekistan.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Uzbekistan is 3 hours, 2 minutes.
• Uzbekistan is on the Uzbekistan Standard Time zone (GMT+5), hence, Uzbekistan is 1 hour ahead of United Arab Emirates.
• In Uzbekistan, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Oman is populated with over 5 million people, and it is home to beautiful beaches, landscapes and many UNESCO world heritage sites. It is also known t...

• United Arab citizens visiting Oman can do so without applying for a visa if they intend to stay in the country for less than 90 days.
• Passport of visitors entering into Oman are required have a validity of 6 months at the time of entry.
• It is also recommended that visitors should make available, a blank page on their passport for entry stamps.
• Visitors will be requested to present a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into Oman.
• Visitors must declare amounts over 20,000 USD or its currency equivalent upon entry.
• Pet animals must be accompanied by a certificate of vaccination against rabies stating that it is more than 1 month old but less than 6 months old.
• All travellers above two years are required to pay an airport Tax of OMR 5 upon departure from the airport if it is not collected at ticket issuing.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Oman is 1 hour, 5 minutes.
• Oman adopts the Gulf Standard Time which means that there is no time difference between United Arab Emirates and Oman.
• Oman generally has one of the hottest climates in the world but The mountain areas like Jabal Akhdar receive more rainfall.
• Oman has one of the most diverse environments in the Middle East with various tourist attractions and is particularly well known for adventure and cutural tourism.
• Islam is the most widely practised religion in Oman while non-muslim communities are virtually made up of foreign immigrants.
• Arabic, English, Baluchi, Urdu and various Indian languages are the main languages spoken in Oman.
• In Oman, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Cyprus is an island country in West Asia, home to about 1 million-plus inhabitant and known to be the birthplace of the Greek goddess of love - Aphrod...

• United Arab Emirate citizens can visit Cyprus without applying for a visa if they intend to stay in the country for a period of 90 days.
• Passport of visitors must have six months remaining validity at the time of entry into the country.
• Passports are required by children unless they are travelling in the company of their parents.
• There are certificates of vaccination against any diseases required from visitors entering Cyprus.
• There are no currency restrictions stipulated on the amount of monies taken in and out of the country.
• Visitors are advised to have two blank pages of their passports available for entry stamps.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Cyprus is 3 hours, 26 minutes.
• Cyprus uses the Eastern European Standard Time, hence, the United Arab Emirates is 2 hours ahead of Cyprus.
• Cyprus has a subtropical climate with very mild winters (on the coast) and warms to hot summers. Snow is possible only in the Troodos Mountains in the central part of the island.
• Cyprus suffers from a chronic shortage of water. The country relies heavily on rain to provide household water but in the past 30 years, average yearly precipitation has decreased.
• The available modes of transport in Oman are done by road, sea and air.
• A vast majority of the population of Oman are Eastern Orthodox adherents, 0.9% Armenians and Maronites, 1.5% Roman Catholics, 1.0% Church of England and 0.6% Muslims.
• Greek and Turkish are the two official languages of Cyprus while Armenian and Cypriot Maronite Arabic are recognised as minority languages.
• In Cyprus, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Cyprus is the third largest and third most populous island and a major tourist destination in the Mediterranean.
• Some of the world’s oldest water wells can be found in Cyprus.
• Taxi drivers in Cyprus do not give change. They keep the change as a tip. A quick tip to save money in Cyprus is to tender exact change to the taxi driver.
• Cypriots do not like fishing and they do not fish, despite being an island nation.
• The whole Paphos town in Cyprus is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Japan is famous for its over 6800 islands, anime and the most expensive cow meat in the world.

• United Arab Emirate citizens can travel to Japan for a duration of 30 days by making registration for a visa waiver.
• Passport should be valid at the duration of the intended period of stay.
• There are no certificates of vaccination required from visitors entering Japan.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Amounts equivalent to ¥1,000,000 or above are subject to declaration upon entry and exit.
• All travellers must have onward or return tickets, proof of enough money to cover the expenses of their stay in Japan.
• it is accepted to include children in the passport of their parents or legal guardian on visiting Japan.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu (H1N1), all travellers and crew members arriving from abroad are required to present a quarantine questionnaire to the officers at the Quarantine Booth upon arrival.
• All plants and vegetables with soil, Indecent materials, pictures, publications and films, Forged money, Narcotics, Firearms and ammunition are prohibited from entry into Japan.
• Japan adopts the Japan Standard Time zone (GMT+9) which puts Japan 5 hours ahead of United Arab Emirates.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Tokyo, Japan is 10 hours, 32 minutes.
• Japan is renowned for its historical and extensive cinema, influential music industry, manga, anime, video gaming, rich cuisine and its major contributions to science and modern technology
• The climate of Japan is predominantly temperate but varies greatly from north to south
• Japan has 20 World Heritage Sites, including Himeji Castles, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and Nara.
• Popular tourist attractions include Tokyo and Hiroshima, Mount Fuji, ski resorts such as Niseko in Hokkaido, Okinawa, riding the shinkansen and taking advantage of Japan's hotel and hot spring network.
• Shinto is the major religion of Japan followed by Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Judaism and Baha’i Faith.
• Japanese and English are the languages for administration and instruction in Japan
• Traditional Japanese arts include crafts such as ceramics, textiles, lacquerware, swords and dolls; performances of bunraku, kabuki, noh, dance, and rakugo; and other practices, the tea ceremony, ikebana, martial arts, calligraphy, origami, onsen, geisha and games
• In Japan, it is considered disrespectful to fail to remove shoes before entering a home.
• People are more observant of hierarchical differences and communicate less explicitly and briefly.
• Face-saving (to avoid being disgraced or humiliated) is generally considered as more important in Japan's high context culture
•  There are many festivals in Japan with no specific date and are often based around one event, with food stalls, entertainment, and carnival games to keep people entertained.

Switzerland is home to over 7 million people, stunning mountains and the amazing Swiss hot chocolate.

• The United Arab Emirate citizens are free to visit Switzerland without applying and obtaining a visa if they intend to stay in the country for less than 90 days.
• Passports of visitors must be valid for at least six months after the planned date of departure from Switzerland.
• It is recommended that visitors should provide one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
• There are no legal requirement for visitors to provide a certificate of vaccination before entering Switzerland.
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• Absinthe and its imitations and anaesthetic drugs coming from all countries are prohibited.
• Firearms up to two only for hunting and up to two for sporting allowed into Switzerland without a permit if the bearer proves that they will be used in a sports competition or a hunting event.
• Switzerland uses the Central European Standard Time, hence, United Arab Emirates is 3 hours ahead of Switzerland.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Switzerland is 6 hours, 27 minutes.
• Switzerland is one of the most developed countries in the world, with the highest nominal wealth per adult.
• The climate of Switzerland is generally temperate but can vary greatly between the localities.
• Switzerland inhabitants speak four national languages, mainly German, French in the west, Italian in the south and the fourth national language, Romansh, a Romance language spoken locally in the southeastern trilingual canton of Grison although English is increasingly popular.
• Switzerland has no official state religion though most of the cantons except Geneva and Neuchatel, recognise official churches such as the Roman Catholic Church and the Swiss Reformed Church.
• Coffee in Zurich is the most expensive in the world costing an average CHF3.65 (USD 3.65) in the Coffer Price Index 2016.
• Switzerland is prepared for a nuclear war if there ever was one as there are enough nuclear fallout shelters to accommodate its entire human population.
• Switzerland is one of the world’s best places to be born, live and be happy according to consistently high rankings in global reports. 
• Switzerland has one of the lowest crime rates of industrialised countries despite liberal Swiss gun laws
• Switzerland’s Gotthard tunnel is the longest in the world measuring 57km in length, located 2.3km under the Alps, it is 7km longer than the Channel Tunnel between England and France.
• The Swiss eat more chocolate than any other nation in the world with a record of around 11kg per year.
• In Switzerland, there are two associated plug types, types C and J with a standard supply voltage of 230V and 50Hz.

France is populated with an estimate of 67.12 million people. France is a place where nearly every trader is in a love relationship and also known as...

• United Arab Emirate citizens looking to France for a stay of 90 days are not required to obtain a visa.
• Intending visitors must have a passport valid for 3 months from the date of arrival in France with at least one blank page for entry and exit stamp. 
• There are no certificates of vaccination needed to enter into France.
• Children aged 17 years old or younger may be included in their parent's passport so long as they are travelling with their parents.
• Gold must be declared upon departure except for personal jewellery of no more than a total weight of 500 grammes.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Animals brought into the country must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate and health certificate against rabies.
• A maximum of 10,000 Euros is allowed in and out of the country.
• France uses the Central European Summer Time zone (GMT+2), hence, United Arab Emirates is 3 hours ahead of France.
• For France, there are two associated plug types, types C and E. The country also operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• There are three broad types of climate in France, A tropical climate in the east, An equatorial climate in the west and Subpolar climate in the south.
• The flight time from Port Louis, Mauritius to Paris, France is 12 hours, 10 minutes.
• France has long been a global centre of art, science and philosophy.
• It hosts the world's fourth largest number UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites and is the leading tourist destination, receiving around 83 million foreign visitors annually.
• he most popular tourist sites include (annual visitors): Eiffel Tower, Chateau De Versailles, Museum National d’Histiorre Naturelle, Pont Du Gard, Arc de Triomphe, Mont Saint-Michel, Sainte-Chapelle, Puy De Dome, Musee Picasso and Carcassone.
• France, especially Paris, has some of the world's largest and most renowned museums, including the Louvre, which is the most visited art museum in the world.
• France has 37 sites inscribed in UNESCO’s World Heritage List and features cities of high cultural interest, beaches and seaside resorts, ski esorts, and rural regions that many enjoy for their beauty and tranquillity
• The official language of France is French.
• France is a secular country, and freedom of religion is a constitutional right.

The Netherlands is a country with low land and flat geography located in Northwestern Europe. It is known for its flat landscape of canals, tulip fiel...

• The visa policy in the Netherlands allows United Arab Emirate citizens to visit for a duration of 90 days.
• Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of departure from the Netherlands. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
• Tourists would be required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival in the Netherlands.
• A return ticket to the United Arab Emirates or onward destination is needed as well.
• While travelling to the Netherlands, citizens of the United Arab Emirates are required to provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in the Netherlands. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
• Tourists will also provide a detailed printed itinerary of their time in the Netherlands and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
• All visitors are to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival into the country.
• Tourists with amounts above EUR 10,000 will be required to declare it on arrival and departure.
• Emirates, KLM and British Airways are some of the carriers that fly from the United Arab Emirates to the Netherlands.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to the Netherlands is 6 hours, 52 minutes.
• Euro is the official currency used in the Netherlands. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and other exchange outlets.
• Dutch, English, Frisian and Papiamento are four official languages used at different provinces and regions in the Netherlands. However, Dutch is spoken by about 95 per cent of the entire population of the Netherlands.
• The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year with a dry season from April to September.
• Christianity is the most practised religion in the Netherlands, with Roman Catholics and Protestants as major denominations. Other religions in the country include Hinduism, Buddhism and Jewish.
• Tourists are advised to budget about EUR 121 to spend on daily expenses.
• Stroopwafel, kroket, patat, poffertjes, bitterballen, drop, Kaas, are special delicacies in the Netherlands.
• Visitors can move around in Togo with car rentals, trains, buses, trams or ferries.
• The Netherlands uses Central European Summer Time (GMT), which puts the United Arab Emirates 3 hours ahead of the Netherlands.
• The power and socket plug used in the Netherlands are of Type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Jordaan and Amsterdam's Canals,  Keukenhof and The Rijksmuseum are some tourists sites in the Netherlands tourists can visit while in the country.
• Although Togo is home to an interesting, unique and fascinating culture and history, Visitors are, however, expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their activities
• The Netherlands is the healthiest country in the world for diet having the most plentiful, nutritious, healthy and affordable food. 
• Almost 80 per cent of the world’s flower bulbs, particularly the tulips, come from the Netherlands. 
• More than 60 per cent of the Netherlands lands in agriculture and horticulture.

Russia is a country of over 144 million people who love vodka, and popular for the abundance of brown bears.

• United Arab Emirate citizens intending to visit Russia are not required to apply for a visa if they intend to stay in the country for less than 90 days.
• Passports of visitors and other alternative papers must be valid on arrival in Russia.
• Birds, cats and dogs must be accompanied by an international veterinary passport and an official certificate of veterinary health
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport
• Although, there are no restrictions on importing local currency (Russian Rouble–RUB) and foreign currencies, the Export of local currency and foreign currencies is permitted up to sums of 10,000 without an acknowledgement letter.
• The enormous size of Russia and the remoteness of many areas from the sea result in the dominance of the Humid Continental climate.
• Transport in Russia is mostly under the control of the state-run Russian railway monopoly with fewer of its population engaging in road transport.
• Russian is the only official state language adopt in the Russian Republic.
• The most widely practised religion in Russia is Orthodox Christianity.
• Major tourist routes in Russia include a journey around the Golden Ring theme route of ancient cities, cruises on the big rivers like the Volga, and long journeys on the famous Trans-Siberian Railway.
• The most visited destinations in Russia are Moscow and Saint Petersburg, the current and former capitals of the country.
• Russia adopts two associated plug types, C and F and operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Moscow, Russia is 5 hours, 8 minutes.
• Russia uses the Moscow Standard Time, hence, United Arab Emirates is 1 hour ahead of Russia.

Zimbabwe is a country of roughly 16 million people known for its diverse wildlife, impeccable landscapes and diverse acceptable units of currency.

• Citizens of United Arab Emirate visiting Zimbabwe are granted a visa upon arrival for a stay duration of 90 days.
• United Arab Emirate citizens’ passports must be valid for the duration of stay in Zimbabwe.
• Visitors are required to provide at least two blank pages of their passport for visa stamps.
• There are no restrictions on exporting goods up to a value of ZWD 5000 by each person.
• A departure tax of 30 USD is imposed on travellers leaving the country.
• A Yellow Fever Certificate of vaccination will be requested from visitors at the port of entry.
• Travellers must have onward or return tickets presented at the port of entry.
• An import licence is required to import Fresh meat, agricultural products, seeds, bulbs, and drugs.
• Cats and dogs require a permit issued by the Director of Veterinary Services, Post Office Box no. 8012, Causeway, Harare, along with a health certificate.
• Pet animals may enter as cargo or as traveller's checked luggage but not in the cabin.
• Zimbabwe has 16 official languages with English, Shona, and Ndebele the most commonly used.
• Zimbabwe has a tropical climate with many local variations. 
• The southern areas are known for their heat and aridity, parts of the central plateau receive frost in winter, the Zambezi valley is also known for its extreme heat and the Eastern Highlands usually experience cool temperatures and the highest rainfall in the country.
• In Zimbabwe, men with large stomach are considered wealthy. A large stomach indicates that a person is financially stable and can afford to eat meat each day.
• Zimbabwe is a young nation, as half the population is below 21 years of age.
• Zimbabwe is one of the smartest countries in Africa. About 90% of the population is educated.
• The country's rainy season generally runs from late October to March while the rest of the year is dry.
• Zimbabwe is a multi-currency nation. It abandoned its own currency, the Zimbabwean dollar, for foreign currencies, such as South Africa rand, US dollar, euro, and the Botswana pula.
• In Zimbabwe, you can buy an item priced in South African rands, pay in euros, and get a change in US dollars.
• It is illegal for the police to impound on a vehicle on the road. The police are only allowed to check a driver’s license.
• Large parts of Zimbabwe were once covered by forests with abundant wildlife
• The main tourist attraction in Zimbabwe is the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi which is located in the north-west of the country and shared with Zambia.
• Traditional arts in Zimbabwe include pottery, basketry, textiles, jewellery and carving.
• Transportation within Zimbabwe is made through road vehicles with water, air and railways.
• In Zimbabwe, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Zimbabwe is 7 hours, 26 minutes.
• Zimbabwe uses Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means that the United Arab Emirates is 2 hours ahead of Zimbabwe.

Pakistan is populated with over 200 million people. It is known to be the Largest producers of handsewn football, It is also the first Muslim country...

• United Arab Emirate citizens visiting Pakistan are granted visa on arrival for a period of 90 days.
• Citizens of the United Arab Emirate citizens can also opt to apply for an electronic visa for the same period of time.
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay
• Visitors are expected to leave at least two blank pages on their passports to obtain entry and exit stamps.
• Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for Pakistani visas.
• There are currency restrictions on entry but citizens are prohibited to possess currency beyond $10,000 worth at departure
• Polio vaccination within one year before travel may be required
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan is 2 hours, 34 minutes.
• Pakistan uses the Pakistan Standard Time, hence, Pakistan is 1 hour ahead of United Arab Emirates.
• Power plugs used in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan are Type D (BS-546) and Type C (CEE 7/16 Europlug) and electricity supply is at 230 volts AC / 50 Hz frequency.
• Outside major cities in Pakistan, credit cards are generally not accepted
• There are bank branches as well as registered currency exchangers and ATMs in all international airports
• Pakistan’s mountain and glaciers are the major tourist attractions
• Visitors are advised to avoid all trains, taxis and other forms of public transportation or online taxi services such as Uber
• Pet animals have to be accompanied by a veterinarian certificate. 
• Pet animals may enter the cabin, as cargo or as visitor's checked luggage.
• It is allowed to import ammunition and arms but an Arms Licence is required.
• Visitors are allowed to export local currency (Pakistan Rupee-PKR) up to PKR 100
• Banknotes in units of 50 and 100 rupees or more are prohibited from being imported
• the State Bank of Pakistan permits re-exchange of no more than PKR 500 into foreign currency if visitors have receipt of exchange in Pakistan.
• There are no restrictions on exporting foreign currencies in the form of a visitor's cheques and banknotes.
• There are many restrictions on importing alcoholic drinks.
• The following goods may not be imported: matches, fruits and plants, whether alive or dead, including cut flowers except if accompanied by a health certificate that is issued by the Pakistani Ministry of Agriculture.
• It is the world’s sixth-most populous country with a population exceeding 212,742,631 people.
• Pakistan is the only country to have been created in the name of Islam.
•  It is an ethnically and linguistically diverse country, with similarly diverse geography and wildlife.
• The diversity of the landscape and climate in Pakistan allows a wide variety of trees and plants to flourish.
• Around 668 bird species are found there, including crows, sparrows, mynas, hawks, falcons, and eagles.  Many birds sighted in Pakistan are migratory, coming from Europe, Central Asia, and India.
• The main destinations of choice for these tourists were the Khyber Pass, Peshawar, Karachi, Lahore, Swat and Rawalpindi.

India is home to over a billion people, the best cuisine and the tallest mountain range in the world. 

• United Arab Emirate citizens can travel to India by applying for the Indian electronic visa for a stay up to 60 days. 
• Nationals of United Arab Emirate are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 60 days from the date of arrival.
• Travellers who remain in India beyond the validity of their visa could face detention and significant penalties.
• Visitors below the age of 18 are required to provide an Authorisation form signed by a parent.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu (H1N1), all travellers will be subject to examination by Indian medical staff upon arrival.
•  There are no required vaccinations to enter India.
• visitors aged 17 years or more are allowed the free import of 250 grammes of tobacco, 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars, two litres of alcoholic drinks or wine, a moderate amounts of medicines and two ounces of perfume and a quarter of a litre of eau de toilette.
• All kinds of birds and bird products including eggs, feathers, meat; Pigs and their products are prohibited.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• At departure, visitors are only allowed to possess foreign currencies up to the amount that was declared upon entry.
• India Standard Time zone in India (GMT+5:30), hence, India is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of United Arab Emirates.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Delhi, India is 3 hours, 23 minutes.
• The transport system in India comprises a number of distinct modes and services, notably railways, roads, road transport, ports, inland water transport, coastal shipping, airports, and airlines but railways and roads are the dominant means of transport carrying more than 95% of total traffic generated in the country.
• The national language for India is Hindi in Devanagari script while the English language is used for official purposes.
• The Indian rupee (sign: ₹; code: INR) is the official currency of India. 
• Taj Mahal's iconic domed Mughal Mausoleum, Amber Palace's 16th-century hilltop fort and palace, Red Fort's iconic 1600s imperial residence, Hawa Mahal's pink/red sandstone and Palace of the Winds etc., are some of the fascinating sites to explore when in India.
• Aloo gobi, butter chicken, rogan josh, samosa, tandoori chicken, kofta, naan etc., are some of the delicacies you will, later on, reminisce about after visiting India. Their spiciness is just so extraordinary.
  
• Indians are highly hospitable and will count a decline of their generosity as very impolite.
• Plugs and sockets used in India are of type D and C. Type D has 3 pin connections, while Type C (a.k.a. Europlug) has 2 pin connections. The power voltage in the country is 230 Volts and 50Hz.
  

Turkey, a country that is in two continents, Europe and Asia, is bordered by eight other countries.

• United Arab Emirate citizens intending to travel to Turkey can apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Passport of visitors must be valid for the duration of stay in Turkey.
• Visitors are required to provide a blank page on their passports for entry and exit stamps.
• It is possible for travellers aged 18 years old or younger to be included in a parent's passport.
• As a preventive measure outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Turkey from infected countries have to fill in a health declaration form, which is issued on board.
• Travellers without enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Turkey and clean appearance will be deported by the transporting carrier.
• There are no certification of vaccination needed to travel to Turkey.
• Visitors must also purchase their onward or return tickets.
• There are no restrictions on importing local currency (New Turkish Lira-TRY) and foreign currencies.
• Travellers should declare and specify the imported foreign currencies in their passport upon arrival to avoid any problems on departure.
• Pet animals can enter as cargo, as traveller's checked luggage or in the cabin accompanied by a certificate of good health.
• If travellers overstay their visit, they must inform the immigration police and get a residence permit that must be produced upon departure.
• Turkey uses the GMT+03:00 Time zone (GMT+3), hence, the United Arab Emirates is 1 hour ahead of Turkey.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Ankara, Turkey is 3 hours, 47 minutes.
• Turkey bordering the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas have a temperate Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool wet winters.
• May is generally the wettest month, whereas July and August are the driest.
• The official language is Turkish, which is the most widely spoken Turkic language in the world.
• Turkey is a secular state with no official religion; the Turkish Constitution provides for freedom of religion and conscience.
• Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees in the world, including more than 2.8 million Syrian refugees.
• Turkish culture is a product of efforts to be a "modern" Western state while maintaining traditional religious and historical values.
• Cappadocia is a region created by the erosion of soft volcanic stone by the wind and rain for centuries. The area is a popular tourist destination, having many sites with unique geological, historic, and cultural features.
• Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs that fit into recessed wall sockets /points.
• There are 40 national parks, 189 nature parks, 31 nature preserve areas, 80 wildlife protection areas and 109 nature monuments in Turkey such as Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park, Mount Nemrut National Park, Ancient Troya National Park, Oludeniz Nature Park and Polonezkoy Nature park.
• Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the World, the world's oldest religious site, Göbekli Tepe and numerous other World Heritage Sites such as the "Neolithic Site of Çatalhöyük", "Hattusa: the Hittite Capital", the "Archaeological Site of Troy" and others.

Great Britain is home to over 66 million people, great music and the best accent in the world.

• The United Arab Emirates’ passport holders can travel to the United Kingdom for a stay duration of up to 6 months by applying an electronic visa waiver (EVW).
• Nationals of the United Arab Emirates travelling through the Republic of Ireland can stay in the United Kingdom for up to 3 months.
• United Arab Emirate travellers must possess a passport valid for six months from the date of their arrival in the United Kingdom. It is recommended that this passport has at least two blank pages for entry stamp. 
• The importation of anabolic steroids and certain other performance-enhancing drugs are prohibited unless they are imported by an individual for self-administration.
• Visitors from the United Arab Emirates with amounts exceeding EUR 10,000 or the equivalent in foreign currency (including banker’s draft and cheques of any kind) must be declared.
• The Importation of firearms and ammunition must be supported by an appropriate license/certificate and a permit. This permit can be obtained at the relevant police authority by a sponsor who is resident in the United Kingdom. 
• Traveller with a pet (cat, dog or ferrets) entering the UK must meet the rules of Regulation (EC) 998/2003 and Regulation (EU) 576/2013. This regulation is operated in the UK as the Pets Travel Scheme (PETS).
• Visitors to the United Kingdom would need a certificate of yellow fever vaccination. Tourists are also advised to undergo vaccinations of common illnesses.
• Tourists must have a return back to the United Arab Emirates or onward ticket as well as proof of sufficient funds to cover their expenses throughout their entire stay in the United Kingdom.
• United Arab Emirate citizens under the age of 18, hoping to travel to the United Kingdom must have a copy of their birth certificate as well as a signed travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
• Some of the airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to the United Kingdom are Emirates, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
• The climate in the United Kingdom is temperate and humid, with relatively small temperature variations between winter and summer.
• Transportation in the United Kingdom is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes buses, taxis, trains, and domestic flights.
• The most practised religion in the United Kingdom is Christianity, with  Catholic, Protestant, Baptist and Methodist as the major denominations. Other religions in the country include Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Judaism and Buddhism.
• English is the official language of the United Kingdom. There is various dialect of English in the country. Other prominent languages include  Welsh, Polish,  Indian and Pakistani.
• Special delicacies in the United Kingdom include fish and chips, bangers and mash, Sunday roast, shepherd's pie/cottage pie, etc.
• Tourists in the United Kingdom generally spend an average of 110 British Pounds per day.
• In the United Kingdom, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The United Kingdom uses the British Summer Time (GMT+1). The United Arab Emirates is 4 hours ahead of the United Kingdom.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to the United Kingdom is 7 hours, 32 minutes.
• The official currency in the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
• Stonehenge, Tower of London, British Museum and Chester Zoo are some of the tourist sites in the United Kingdom.
• Tourists are advised to be cautious as they go about their tourism-related activities while in the United Kingdom.

Australia is home to more than 24 million people, known for unique wildlife and for being the world's smallest continent and largest island.

• United Arab Emirate citizens intending to travel to Australia for a period of 90 days are only required to apply for a fast-track electronic visa.
• Passports of citizens must be valid for the duration of stay in the country.
• At least one blank page on visitors’ passports is required for entry stamps.
• Travellers may bring living animals into Australia from countries approved by Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS).
• There are no certificates of vaccination required to enter Australia.
• Visitors are required to provide proof of financial support through a recent bank statement.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
•  Amounts over AUD 10,000, or equivalent, must be declared on entry and exit.
• All firearms, weapons and ammunition including slingshots and paintball markers must be declared upon arrival.
• The climate of Australia is significantly influenced by ocean currents, having periodic drought and the seasonal tropical low-pressure system that produces cyclones in northern Australia.
• Among well-known Australian animals are the monotremes (the platypus and echidna); a host of marsupials, including the kangaroo, koala and wombat, and birds such as the emu and the kookaburra.
• Although Australia has no official language, nevertheless, English is the de facto national language.
• Australia uses the Australian Eastern Standard Time zone (GMT+10), hence, Australia is 7 hours ahead of United Arab Emirates.
• The estimated flight time from Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates to Australia is 13 hours, 9 minutes.
• A majority of Australians are Christians followed by Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism and Judaism.
• In Australia the power plugs and sockets are of type I. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• In Australia, December to February is summer; March to May is autumn; June to August is winter, and September to November is spring.
• Australia's public transport system includes trains, buses, trams and ferries, although, the types of transport available vary between cities.
• Australia is world-famous for its natural wonders and wide-open spaces, its beaches, deserts, "the bush", and "the Outback". 
• Australia is one of the world's most highly urbanised countries; it is well known for the attractions of its large cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.