Remember the GCC unified visa that plans to help you travel across the 6 countries using just one visa? Well, here’s some good news regarding it. Starting next year, tourists will be able to visit six GCC countries on a single visa. It’s designed to connect the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman for tourism.
GCC Unified Visa Coming Next Year
As someone who’s spent years watching the region’s tourism scene evolve, this is big. For both travellers and the Gulf economies, the GCC Grand Tours Visa marks a milestone moment in Gulf tourism. It’s the product of four years of coordination among Gulf governments. According to a report by Gulf News, it was officially confirmed by Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Al-Khateeb.
A Single Visa, Countless Experiences
So, all travellers have to do is apply once and get access to all six countries. Skip the hassle of juggling multiple applications, fees, or entry rules. You could start your trip shopping in Dubai, hop to Muscat for the beaches, and end it dining by the Red Sea in Jeddah, all without a single extra visa form.
The permit will cater to tourism and family visits, with online-only applications. Depending on what travellers choose, it may cover one country or all six. Let’s talk about the validity period. It depends on the traveller, ranging from one to three months. The exact cost is yet to be unveiled, but for now, we know that the unified visa will cost you less than separate visas.
Here’s What You’ll Need
Here are details on how to apply for this GCC Unified visa.
Documents Required
- A passport with six months of validity
- Accommodation details
- Travel insurance
- Passport photo
- Proof of funds
- Return or onward ticket
Everything will be done digitally through an official online portal.
All you have to do is upload, pay and receive your visa by email.
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Why It Matters
Beyond convenience, this move ties directly into the Gulf’s economic diversification goals. A unified visa will keep visitors travelling longer, spending more, and spreading that spending across multiple destinations.
So whether you’re a first-time visitor or a regular Gulf traveller, next year’s rollout of the GCC Grand Tours Visa could completely change how you plan your trips.
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