United Arab Emirates visa for Basotho citizens

For UAE passport holders planning a journey to Lesotho, a visa is required, with various options available including tourist, student, business, and family categories among the five total visa types. As you prepare for your trip from the vibrant desert cities of the Emirates to the mountainous landscapes of the 'Kingdom in the Sky,' consider connecting flights, typically through major South African hubs like Johannesburg. Processing times and associated fees for these visas can vary significantly, so it's advisable to apply well in advance of your intended travel date. Upon arrival in this unique southern African nation, visitors will find the local currency is the Lesotho Loti, pegged to the South African Rand, and English is commonly used alongside Sesotho, facilitating navigation of its distinct culture.

eVisa30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months

Visa options

TouristTourism - Single Entry - 30 Days
30d$90valid 2mo
TouristTourism - Multiple Entry - 30 Days
30d$136multiple-entryvalid 2mo
TouristTourism - Single Entry - 60 Days
60d$177valid 2mo
TouristTourism - Multiple Entry - 60 Days
60d$231multiple-entryvalid 2mo
Transit48-hour Transit Visa
2d$10valid 1mo
Transit96-hour Transit Visa
4d$49valid 1mo
TouristSingle Entry Visit Visa on Arrival for eligible Indian nationals
14d$63
TouristMultiple Entry 90-Day Visit Visa on Arrival
90dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristMultiple Entry 180-Day Visit Visa on Arrival
180dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristTourist Visa (30 Days, short term)
30d$90valid 2mo
TouristTourist Visa (60 Days, long term)
60d$177valid 2mo
TransitTransit Visa (48-hour)
2d$10valid 1mo
TransitTransit Visa (96-hour)
4d$49valid 1mo
WorkAI Specialists Entry Visa
TouristEntertainment Entry Visa
TouristEvents Visit Visa
HumanitarianHumanitarian Residence/Entry Visa
valid 1y
InvestorResidence Visa for Golden Visa holders
FamilyResidence Visa for Family/Dependent sponsorship
StudentResidence Visa for Students
WorkResidence Visa for Workers
MedicalResidence Visa for Medical Treatment
BusinessVisit Visa for Business
TouristVisit Visa for Tourism
TransitTransit Visa
InvestorGolden Residency for Investor in Public Investments
InvestorGolden Residency for Real Estate Investor
InvestorGolden Residency for Entrepreneur
InvestorGolden Residency for Individuals with Specialized Talents
TouristVisit Visa for Treatment
FamilyResidence Visa for Family Members
WorkResidence Visa for Work
TouristSingle-entry Tourist Visa
TouristEntry visa for residents of GCC countries and their companions
TouristVisit visa for a relative or friend (single entry)
TouristVisit visa to explore job opportunities (single entry)
TouristMulti-entry Tourist Visa (5 years)
multiple-entry
TouristTourist Visa Extension
OtherResidence Permits for the Private Sector
OtherIssuing Residency Permit
OtherRenewal of Residency Permits
OtherAmendment of Residency Permit Data
OtherCancellation of Residency Permits
OtherPermit to Stay Outside the Country for More Than 6 Months
OtherIssuance of a Visa
OtherAmendment of Visa Data
OtherVisa Extension
OtherVisa Cancellation
OtherEntry Permit/Visa Cancellation

May apply online or via 'Smart service'.

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