KiribatiUnited Arab Emirates: Visa-free

KiribatiUnited Arab Emirates

Do Kiribati passport holders need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

Visa-free

No. Kiribati passport holders do not need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: en.wikipedia.org (checked September 12, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance12,812 km, straight line (~15h 34m nonstop)

Visa-free access to United Arab Emirates138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? United Arab Emirates passport holders visiting Kiribati: Visa-free.

United Arab Emirates drives on the right, the opposite side to Kiribati. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Kiribati passport holders need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

No. Kiribati passport holders do not need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can Kiribati citizens stay in United Arab Emirates without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is United Arab Emirates from Kiribati?

About 12,812 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 34m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates dirham (AED).

What is the emergency number in United Arab Emirates?

112 / 997 / 998 / 999.

Does United Arab Emirates drive on the same side of the road as Kiribati?

United Arab Emirates drives on the right, the opposite side to Kiribati. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is United Arab Emirates in?

Dubai (UTC+4).

What is the nearest airport to Abu Dhabi?

Zayed International Airport (AUH), about 28 km away.

How many countries can enter United Arab Emirates without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter United Arab Emirates visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Kiribati

Kiribati, officially the Republic of Kiribati, is an archipelagic country spanning the Micronesia and Polynesia sub-regions of Oceania in the central Pacific Ocean. The state comprises 32 atolls and other islands and one remote raised coral island, Banaba. Its total land area is 811 km2 (313 sq mi) dispersed over 3,441,810 km2 (1,328,890 sq mi) of ocean. The spread of the country's islands, from Banaba in the west to Kiritimati in the east, straddles the equator and the 180th meridian. The International Date Line goes around Kiribati and swings far to the east, almost reaching 150°W. This brings Kiribati's easternmost islands, the southern Line Islands south of Hawaii, into the same day as the Gilbert Islands and places them in the most advanced time zone on Earth: UTC+14.

CapitalTarawa

RegionMicronesia

Population136.5K

Area811 km²

CurrencyAustralian dollar, Kiribati dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.44 AUD)

LanguagesEnglish, Gilbertese

Calling code+686

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTarawa (UTC+12)

Nearest airportBonriki International Airport (TRW), 20 km

Emergency number192 / 193 / 194 / 195 / 999

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,559 (2025)

Tourist arrivals12K (2019)

Climate in Tarawa

Warmest January, coolest December, driest November, sunniest August. Best time to visit: May, June, August, September, October, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Tarawa, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.2°C	27.3°C	274mm	286h
February	29°C	27°C	414mm	265h
March	28.6°C	26.9°C	612mm	299h
April	28.5°C	27.1°C	154mm	317h
May	28.5°C	27.2°C	67mm	346h
June	28.7°C	27.4°C	45mm	334h
July	28.6°C	27°C	92mm	341h
August	28.3°C	27.2°C	15mm	358h
September	28.4°C	27.2°C	13mm	345h
October	27.9°C	26.6°C	22mm	355h
November	28.1°C	26.9°C	11mm	348h
December	27.5°C	26.4°C	29mm	349h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kiribati is a remote archipelago nation in Micronesia, at the equator. It consists of 33 atolls widely dispersed through 3.5 million km² of sea territory. Kiribati is a tranquil paradise. While most of its local lifestyle remains communal, its main highlight are aquamarine waters set around an 800-km² island backdrop.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Phoenix Islands Protected Area

Upcoming public holidays

December 10, 2026Human Rights and Peace Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.

About United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

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