Location and travel information

New York University Abu Dhabi
Saadiyat Island
Abu Dhabi
UAE

Visa-free entry

Citizens of GCC countries do not require a visa or permit or to be sponsored by a national or resident in the UAE. They need to produce their GCC country passport or national ID card at the point of entry into the UAE.

Free-of-charge visa on arrival

Some citizens do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and will be issued a free-of-charge visit visa upon arrival. Check if you are eligible via the button below.

Visa application required

Some citizens require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE. Check if you will need to process a visa application via the button below.

 Check if you require a visa

THE and NYUAD can provide visa invitation letters for registered delegates when requested. Please email a photo/scan of your passport to events@timeshighereducation.com once you have registered.

We cannot accept any responsibility for visa applications. Where a delegate is unable to attend because of failure to obtain a visa on time, the normal cancellation policy for the registration fee will apply.

We recommend having travel insurance for the duration of your trip. Please contact your travel agent for further details.

Delegates are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of accommodation for the duration of their stay.

Below you will find the two official event hotels from which a shuttle bus will be provided to and from event venues.

You will also find a map through which you can easily browse for other hotels and private accommodations if you do not wish to stay at these hotels. Hover over an accommodation to view travel times and distances to the venue.

Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel

46 Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, UAE

This hotel is conveniently located on Saadiyat Beach near the airport, city centre and Saadiyat Cultural District. Enjoy easy access to visit iconic masterpieces such as Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum and Guggenheim Abu Dhabi. The concierge can arrange a private, chauffeured and air-conditioned car 24 hours a day.

We have secured the discounted price of US$236/night instead of US$505. To book, simply click on the black pin on the map below.

Beach Rotana

10th Street, Al Zahiyah, Abu Dhabi, UAE

This waterside hotel is popular among business and leisure travellers as it provides direct access to shops, services and entertainment. It is just half an hour from Abu Dhabi International Airport, and nearby cultural and leisure attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan at the Presidential Palace and Louvre Abu Dhabi.

We have secured the discounted price of US$193/night instead of US$222. To book, simply click on the black pin on the map below.

Delegates are responsible for their travel arrangements and travel costs to and from Abu Dhabi.

NYU Abu Dhabi is located on Saadiyat Island, a 30-min taxi journey (AED 125-150 with Uber) from the nearest airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).

Driving from Abu Dhabi

From Mina (port) area or the Abu Dhabi Corniche, take Sheikh Khalifa Bridge onto Sheikh Khalifa Highway.

Take Exit 11 (same exit as St. Regis and Park Hyatt hotels) and turn right following the road signs to the campus.

Drive straight over the bridge then make a left at the first junction.

Passing the campus on your left, make a U-turn to access the parking garages.

Driving from Dubai

Take Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road toward Abu Dhabi.

On Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road take the Saadiyat Island Exit or Yas Island Exit onto Sheikh Khalifa Highway.

Take Exit 11 (same exit as St. Regis and Park Hyatt hotels) and turn left following the road signs to the campus.

Drive straight over the bridge then make a left at the first junction.

Passing the campus on your left, make a U-turn to access the parking garages.