Visa

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been working hard to position itself as a global hub for work, investment, entrepreneurship, education, and lifestyle. With over 9.06 million expatriates already calling the Emirates home, the nation is poised for exponential growth through its visionary visa schemes. 6 Types of UAE Visas...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs updated the UAE's visa policy, letting people from 87 countries visit UAE with visa on arrival. This change aims to make traveling easier and encourage more tourists to come. However, citizens from 110 other countries still need a visa before they arrive. UAE Visa On...

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is advocating for the exemption of its citizens from the Schengen visa, as revealed by the bloc’s secretary general, Jasem Albudaiwi. Albudaiwi announced plans to address this matter during his upcoming trip to Brussels, stressing the positive contributions of Gulf citizens in Europe, including education,...

Kuwait has recently announced significant modifications to the regulations governing the acquisition of regular residency visa for family members. Deputy Prime Minister Fahd Al Yousef has spearheaded changes to specific provisions in the executive regulations of the Expats’ Residence Law. Kuwait Relaxes Requirements for Residency Visa Under Certain Conditions Under...

The Ministry of Interior in Kuwait has made major changes to the procedure for application dependent visas. This initiative is based on the instructions of Sheikh Fahd Al Yousef, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Acting Minister of Interior. Kuwait Revises Requirements of Dependent Visa for Expats The new regulations...

In the UAE, some companies are facing challenges in obtaining work visas for potential employees from specific South Asian nationalities. When companies, particularly those with a significant number of employees from a particular nationality, apply for new visas for individuals of the same nationality, they receive a message from authorities...

In a landmark move, a memorandum of understanding has been signed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Uzbekistan allowing visa-free travel between these two countries. This treaty allows for visa-free entry into Uzbekistan to UAE citizens holding ordinary, diplomatic special and mission passports. UAE Citizens Can Now Travel Visa Free...

Kuwait is taking a significant step in its workforce management by introducing practical tests for skilled technical workers as a mandatory requirement for obtaining a work permit. This initiative, part of the professional system project for smart recruitment, aligns with Kuwait's national development plan. The Public Authority for Manpower (PAM)...

In 2024, Canada plans to launch a remote work visa program aimed at attracting freelancers and digital nomads to the country. This initiative acknowledges the evolving nature of the labor market, allowing international talent to temporarily reside in Canada while working remotely. The goal is to eliminate the need for...

The UAE has rolled out a 5-year residence visa tailored for international travelers seeking extended stays. According to the details, the new UAE Residence Visa is priced at a modest fee of 720 dirhams (equivalent to Rs 55,000), and it aims to elevate the living experience for foreign residents in...

In a significant move aimed at boosting tourism and strengthening global ties, Turkey has officially announced visa-free entry for citizens from six countries, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Turkey Announces Visa-Free Entry for Nationals from Six Countries President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered the news through a decree, promptly published...

You can now conveniently apply for your Saudi Arabia visa through the newly introduced unified visa platform. How to Apply for Saudi Arabia Visa via New Unified Visa Platform? Previously, visa applications were processed through the online platform of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) at visa.mofa.gov.sa. However, a...