E-visas for Gulf Cooperation Council

1. Validity period: The validity period of an e-visa depends on the issuing country and the purpose of travel. Electronic visas are typically valid for tourist, business, or transit purposes and are valid for a few days to a few months.

2. Required documents:

Passport: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into your destination country. Passport scan: A clear scanned copy of your passport bio is usually required.

Passport photo: Some countries may require a recent passport photo.

Proof of accommodation: Booking details for your stay in your destination country.

Flight itinerary: Round-trip air ticket details.

Travel insurance: Some countries may require travel insurance. Visa application form: Complete the online visa application form on your destination country’s immigration website.

3. Process:

• Visit your destination country’s official immigration website or e-visa portal.
• Select the type of visa you require (tourist visa, business visa, transit visa, etc.).
• Please fill in the online application form with accurate information. Upload the required documents such as passport scans, photos, and itinerary.
• Pay your visa fee online using your credit or debit card.
• Submit your application and wait for processing.
• Once approved, you will receive your e-visa via email or can download it from our website.
• Print a copy of your e-visa and present it on arrival at the immigration office in your destination country.

Important points to note:

We recommend that you apply for your e-visa well in advance of your travel date, as processing times may vary. Please ensure that all information provided on your application form is correct and matches your passport details to avoid delays or rejections. Some countries may have special entry requirements or restrictions. Therefore, please check the official guidelines of your target country before applying. Carry copies of your e-visa and other travel documents with you during your trip.

By following these steps and having all the necessary documents, a UAE resident can easily apply for an e-visa to her GCC countries for various purposes.

UAE residents applying for Saudi Arabia e-Visa:

1. Validity Period: Saudi Arabia e-visas usually have different validity periods depending on the type of visa and purpose of travel. They range from single-entry visas with a specific validity period to multiple-entry visas with longer validity.

2. Required documents:

Passport: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your entry into Saudi Arabia. Passport scan: A clear scanned copy of your passport’s biography page is required.

Passport Photo: A current passport photo with a white background.

Proof of Accommodation: Booking details for your stay in Saudi Arabia.

Flight Itinerary: Round trip ticket details.

Travel insurance: Travel insurance that covers your stay in Saudi Arabia. Visa Application Form: Fill out the online visa application form provided by Saudi Arabia’s e-visa portal.

3. Process:

• Visit Saudi Arabia’s official e-visa portal (such as the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs website).
• Create an account or log in if you already have an account.
• Please fill out the online visa application form with accurate information. Upload the required documents such as passport scans, photos, and itinerary.
• Pay your visa fee online using your credit or debit card.
• Submit your application and wait for processing.
• Once approved, you will receive your e-visa via email or can download it from our website.
• Print a copy of your e-visa and present it at the Saudi Arabian immigration counter upon arrival.

Important points to note:

Processing times may vary, so we recommend applying for your e-visa well in advance of your travel date. Please ensure that all information provided on your application form is correct and matches your passport details to avoid delays or rejections. Saudi Arabia has special entry requirements, including medical and security screening. Therefore, be prepared to comply with these. Carry copies of your e-visa and other travel documents with you during your trip.

By following these steps and making sure you have all the necessary documents, UAE residents can apply for a Saudi Arabia e-visa smoothly and efficiently.

UAE residents applying for Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar e-visas:

1. Validity period: The validity period of an e-visa depends on the issuing country and the purpose of travel. They range from single-entry visas with a specific validity period to multiple-entry visas with longer validity.

2. Required documents:

• Passport: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the respective country. Passport Scan: A clear scanned copy of your passport’s About page is required.
• Passport Photo: A current passport photo with a white background.
• Proof of Accommodation: Booking details for your stay in the respective country.
• Flight Itinerary: Round trip ticket details.
• Travel insurance: Travel insurance that covers the length of your stay in each country.
• Visa application form: Complete the online visa application form provided by each country’s e-visa portal.

3. Process:

• Visit the official e-visa portal for each country (Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, or Qatar).
• Create an account or log in if you already have an account.
• Please fill out the online visa application form with accurate information. Upload the required documents such as passport scans, photos, and itinerary.
• Pay your visa fee online using your credit or debit card.
• Submit your application and wait for processing.
• Once approved, you will receive your e-visa via email or can download it from our website.
• Print a copy of your e-visa and present it on arrival at the immigration counter in your respective country.

Important points to note:

Processing times and visa requirements may vary by country. Therefore, we recommend checking the specific guidelines of each country’s immigration authorities. Please ensure that all information provided on your application form is correct and matches your passport details to avoid delays or rejections. Some countries may have special entry requirements or restrictions. Therefore, please check the official guidelines for each country before applying. Carry copies of your e-visa and other travel documents with you during your trip.

By following these steps and ensuring you have all the necessary documents, UAE residents can apply for e-visas to Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar smoothly and efficiently.