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Asharq Al-Awsat
04-07-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Al-Budaiwi: Unified GCC Tourism Visa Coming Soon
The unified GCC tourism visa (for non-Gulf countries' residents) will be launched soon, Secretary General Jassem Al-Budaiwi said this week. Al-Budaiwi - during the 39th meeting of heads of GCC Interior Ministries' passport departments - expressed gratitude to all efforts to realize the unified tourism visa, the GCC Secretariat said in a statement on Wednesday. He indicated that the measures would help realize the visions of the Gulf leaderships, adding that involved parties were keen on keeping up with the latest technologies, as well as growing and rapid global security demands.
Gulf Insider
03-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Unified Visa for Gulf Countries Launching Soon
A unified tourism visa for visitors to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman will be launched soon, according to GCC Secretary General Jassem Al Budaiwi. In a statement by the GCC Secretariat, Al Budaiwi expressed gratitude to member nations for efforts to realise the unified tourism visa. After it is introduced, non-GCC visitors to the region will be able to move freely between the six nations using a single visa. The announcement came, following the 39th meeting of heads of GCC Interior Ministries' passport departments. Al Budaiwi said that the measures would help realise the visions of the Gulf leaderships, adding that involved parties were keen on keeping up with the latest technologies, as well as growing and rapid global security demands. Once approved, the unified Gulf tourist visa will allow its holders to visit six GCC countries, focusing on attracting and retaining tourists within the region to enhance economic integration. Further details and a launch date are yet to be announced, but reports have claimed it will be valid for between 30 and 90 days and be valid for tourism or family read: UAE-India Airfares Drop To 'Unusually Low Levels' After July 8, Say Travel Agents
Arabian Business
03-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Unified visa for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman launching ‘soon' says GCC chief
A unified tourism visa for visitors to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman will be launched soon, according to GCC Secretary General Jassem Al Budaiwi. In a statement by the GCC Secretariat, Al Budaiwi expressed gratitude to member nations for efforts to realise the unified tourism visa. After it is introduced, non-GCC visitors to the region will be able to move freely between the six nations using a single visa. UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman unified tourist visa The announcement came, following the 39th meeting of heads of GCC Interior Ministries' passport departments. Al Budaiwi said that the measures would help realise the visions of the Gulf leaderships, adding that involved parties were keen on keeping up with the latest technologies, as well as growing and rapid global security demands. Once approved, the unified Gulf tourist visa will allow its holders to visit six GCC countries, focusing on attracting and retaining tourists within the region to enhance economic integration. Further details and a launch date are yet to be announced, but reports have claimed it will be valid for between 30 and 90 days and be valid for tourism or family visits.
Times of Oman
01-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman participates in 123rd meeting of GCC Financial, Economic Cooperation Committee
Kuwait: The Sultanate of Oman on Sunday participated in the 123rd meeting of the GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee, held in Kuwait. Oman's delegation was led by Sultan Salim Al Habsi, Minister of Finance. The meeting discussed the outcome of the 84th meeting of the GCC Central Bank Governors Committee, the meetings of the GCC Customs Union Authority, the 14th meeting of the GCC Tax Departments Committee and the 42nd meeting of the Gulf Common Market Committee. The meeting also reviewed the impacts of the recent rise in US customs duties on GCC states. The GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee reviewed statistics on the Gulf Common Market, the progress of negotiations on free trade agreements between GCC states and other countries and international groups, the outcome of signing and ratification of the agreement on the GCC Payment Linkage System, studies and projects under review by the Office of the GCC Economic and Development Affairs Authority and updates about a programme on achieving economic unity among GCC states, in addition to other matters of common concern. On the sidelines of the meeting, the GCC Secretariat General launched a media campaign titled "All the Gulf is a Homeland". The campaign aims to raise awareness about equal economic and social rights and benefits offered to GCC citizens within the framework of the Gulf Common Market. It also reflects the GCC states' commitment to the concept of the GCC citizenship.
Times of Oman
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Gulf Film Festival opens submissions for participation
Muscat: The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth has announced the opening of submissions for the upcoming Gulf Film Festival, scheduled to take place in Muscat during 16-19 November 2025. The event will be organised in collaboration with the Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and aligns with the festival's regulatory framework established by the GCC Secretariat General, as part of the implementation of the GCC Cultural Strategy 2020-2030. The ministry has extended an invitation to all Omani filmmakers to submit their works and compete across the festival's various categories, including feature films, short films, and documentaries. Participants will vie for financial awards, with prizes awarded for Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and Best Documentary, in addition to other awards such as Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, and Best Actor and Actress. This event presents a promising opportunity for Omani talent to showcase their creativity on a Gulf-wide platform, reinforcing Oman's presence in the regional cinematic landscape.
