GCC (Grand Tours Visa)

What Is the GCC Visa?

The GCC Unified Tourist Visa is a shared travel authorization that allows travelers to visit one or multiple GCC countries with a single visa. It aims to streamline travel, reduce paperwork, and encourage tourism within the region.

Countries You Can Visit with a GCC Visa

The GCC Unified Tourist Visa is designed to give travelers access to all member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council. With one approved visa, you will be able to explore multiple destinations across the Gulf without needing separate applications.

Once launched, the visa will allow entry to the following GCC countries:

GCC Countries

  • Barém
  • Kuwait
  • Omã
  • Qatar
  • Arábia Saudita
  • Emirados Árabes Unidos

Nota: This unified GCC visa is upcoming; though approved, it’s not fully active in all countries yet. Rules, fees, and validity periods are still being finalized. Keep an eye on this website for the latest updates before travelling.

Eligible Countries for GCC Visa

Travelers from countries designated by the GCC as eligible will be able to apply for the Unified Tourist Visa once the program is launched. 

Here are a few countries that may be eligible for the GCC Visa:

  • Albânia
  • Andorra
  • Austrália
  • Áustria
  • Azerbaijão
  • Bahamas
  • Barbados
  • Bélgica
  • Brunei
  • Bulgária
  • Canadá
  • China
  • Croácia
  • Chipre
  • República Checa
  • Dinamarca
  • Estónia
  • Finlândia
  • França
  • Geórgia
  • Alemanha
  • Grécia
  • Granada
  • Hong Kong
  • Hungria
  • Islândia
  • Irlanda
  • Itália
  • Japão
  • Cazaquistão
  • Quirguizistão
  • Letónia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lituânia
  • Luxemburgo
  • Macau
  • Malásia
  • Maldivas
  • Malta
  • Maurícia
  • Mónaco
  • Montenegro
  • Países Baixos
  • Nova Zelândia
  • Noruega
  • Panamá
  • Polónia
  • Portugal
  • Roménia
  • Rússia
  • São Cristóvão e Nevis
  • São Marinho
  • Singapura
  • Eslováquia
  • Eslovénia
  • África do Sul
  • Coreia do Sul
  • Espanha
  • Suécia
  • Suíça
  • Tajiquistão
  • Tailândia
  • Turquia
  • Ucrânia
  • Reino Unido
  • Estados Unidos
  • Uzbequistão

Eligibility rules are being finalized, and requirements may vary depending on your nationality, residency status, and purpose of travel. We recommend travelers check this website for the guidelines of the GCC before applying.

Categories of Nationals Eligible for the GCC Visa

The GCC Unified Tourist Visa is designed to simplify travel across the Gulf region, but eligibility depends on specific conditions. You may qualify if you fall under one of the following categories:

  • Nationals from eligible countries
    Travelers from countries designated by the GCC as eligible for the new tourist visa scheme.
  • Residents of GCC countries
    Foreign nationals holding a valid residence permit in any GCC member state (such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, or Kuwait).
  • Tourists planning multi-country visits
    Visitors who wish to travel across two or more GCC countries within the same trip.
  • Short-term business and family visitors
    Individuals traveling for business meetings, family visits, or transit through the Gulf region.
  • Professionals and students in GCC states
    In some cases, professionals or students with valid GCC residency may apply under simplified conditions. Laborers are not eligible for the GCC visa.

Existing GCC-Citizens Privileges

Citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, e Bahrain, can already travel freely within the region without the need for a visa. 

Entry is permitted using a passaporte válido or, in many cases, simply a national ID card, making movement across GCC countries fast and convenient.

Documents Required for a GCC Visa Application

While full details are still being finalized for the unified visa, here are the commonly required documents based on existing GCC visa/entry permit services:

  • Valid passport with minimum validity (often at least 6 months).
  • Recent personal photo (passport format).
  • Valid GCC residency permit for those applying as GCC residents.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Financial proof, such as a bank statement, in some cases.
  • Health insurance.

Step-by-Step Application Process (How It Works)

1

Apply Online

Fill out the digital application form with your personal details, passport information, and travel plans.

2

Submit Documents

Upload the required documents, such as your passport copy, photo, and proof of travel.

3

Make Payment

Pay the visa fee securely through approved online channels.

4

Get Approved

Wait for processing; once approved, your visa will be issued electronically and sent by email.

5

Start Your Journey

Use your GCC visa to travel freely across the participating Gulf countries, according to your visa type.

Processing Time & Validity of GCC Visa

The estimated processing time is likely to take a few days, depending on your country. Applicants are advised to apply 1 to 4 weeks before their travel date to avoid any inconvenience.

Visa validity and duration of stay are expected to be between 30 and 90 days, with possible extensions.

Key Features of the GCC Visa

Single visa for multiple countries – travel freely across participating GCC members without applying for separate visas each time.

Online application

Submit everything digitally, from your home or hotel.

Flexible duration

Options likely between 30-90 days (final validity period is still being confirmed). 

Multiple-entry option

For those who wish to enter and exit multiple times. 

Perguntas frequentes

Is the GCC Unified Visa available now?

Not yet. The visa has been officially approved, but the rollout is planned for late 2025 or early 2026. We urge travelers to visit this website for updates when the visa is available.

Will this visa let me travel to all GCC countries?

Yes. Once launched, you’ll be able to use a single visa to visit multiple GCC countries. You can choose between a multi-country option or a single-country visa, depending on your trip.

What if I only want to visit one GCC country?

That’s perfectly fine. You’ll still be able to apply for a visa that covers just the one country you plan to visit.

Can I extend my stay with the GCC Visa?

Some current GCC visas allow extensions, but the final rules for the new unified visa are still being confirmed.

Do GCC residents have different requirements?

Yes. Residents of GCC countries usually benefit from simplified entry processes. Exact rules may depend on your residency status, passport validity, profession, and how long you plan to stay.

Can laborers apply for a GCC Visa?

The eligibility rules for the GCC Unified Visa are still being finalized. In some GCC countries, certain categories of laborers may face restrictions when applying for tourist or visit visas.

  • Informação actualizada em:
  • Setembro 17, 2025