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In his speech, Al Marri said the unified visa will help travel to the
region become more convenient and affordable for tourists.

It will also increase activity and employment numbers in the region, he
added.

Meanwhile, Khalid Jasim Al Midfa of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism
Authority said that the system is expected to be operational by the end
of 2024.

On October 8, GCC ministers of tourism unanimously approved a
unified Gulf visa during a meeting in Oman’s capital Muscat.

With the new single tourist visa – similar to Schengen-style visa,
tourists can explore the six Gulf countries– UAE, Saudi Arabia,
Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait.

https://www.siasat.com/unified-gcc-tourist-visa-to-be-named-gcc-grand-tours-uae-min-3021690/