The Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates in Houston assists with the legalization of documents for UAE nationals and non-citizens as required by the UAE for educational, commercial and personal purposes. The Consulate also provides official visa services to US officials, diplomats and UN officials traveling to the UAE on an authorized mission. In addition, the Consulate provides emergency passport services, travel documents and other services to facilitate travel for UAE nationals.

The Consulate also works to enhance the trade relationship between the US and the UAE by serving as a resource for private sector organizations and public institutions that are interested in conducting business in the UAE, or Emirati organizations that are considering entering the US market.

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