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title: Lesotho visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates
description: "Citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Lesotho and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 5–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Lesotho visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Lesotho and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–10 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement for last 3 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Prepare Documents** — Gather all required documents as per the list.
2. **Complete Application Form** — Fill out the Lesotho visa application form accurately.
3. **Book Appointment** — Contact the Embassy of Lesotho in Abu Dhabi or the nearest consulate to schedule a visa appointment.
4. **Attend Appointment** — Submit application and documents in person at the embassy on the scheduled date.
5. **Pay Visa Fee** — Pay the visa application fee as advised by the embassy (may be done at appointment).
6. **Wait for Processing** — Processing typically takes 5 to 10 working days.
7. **Collect Passport** — Collect your passport with the visa decision from the embassy or as instructed.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Original passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- **Visa Application Form** (Identity): Completed and signed application form.
- **Passport-size Photographs** (Identity): Two recent color photographs meeting visa specifications.
- **Flight Itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed round-trip flight booking or travel itinerary.
- **Hotel Reservation** (Travel): Confirmed hotel bookings for the entire stay in Lesotho.
- **Bank Statements** (Financial): Original bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds to cover expenses.
- **Employment Letter** (Employment): Letter from employer stating position, salary, and approved leave.
- **Travel Insurance** (Travel, optional): Travel medical insurance covering the intended stay period (recommended).
- **Visa Fee Proof** (Supporting): Proof of payment of visa application fee.
- **Cover Letter** (Supporting, optional): Letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary.
- **Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate** (Supporting): Required if traveling from or through a yellow fever endemic country.
- **Copy of Passport Data Page** (Identity): Clear photocopy of the passport's bio-data page.
- **Residence Visa (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): Copy of valid residence visa for UAE residents (if not UAE national).

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for stay
- Bank statements
- Sponsorship letter

Bank statements must be original and cover last 3 months.

## Good to know

- Visa fees and exact requirements may vary—confirm with the embassy before applying.
- Processing times may be longer during peak periods.
- UAE residents of other nationalities must also apply in person; visa on arrival not available.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form.** — Double-check all entries and ensure form is fully completed.
- **Insufficient funds proof.** — Provide recent bank statements showing adequate balance for the trip.
- **Invalid passport validity or blank pages.** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
- **Lack of onward/return flight booking.** — Submit confirmed round-trip flight itinerary.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Lesotho?

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Lesotho and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa.

### How long can citizens of the United Arab Emirates stay in Lesotho?

Up to 30 days.

### How long does Lesotho visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need for Lesotho?

Passport; Visa Application Form; Passport-size Photographs; Flight Itinerary; Hotel Reservation; Bank Statements; and 7 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Lesotho?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Lesotho visa for every passport](/visa/lesotho)
- [Every destination for United Arab Emirates passport holders](/visa/passport/united-arab-emirates)