GCC Grand Tours Visa, Eligibility 2026

The GCC Grand Tours Visa is designed for international tourists who want to visit all six Gulf countries, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait, on a single permit. Before you pre-register, here's everything you need to know about who qualifies, what rules apply, and what might exclude you.

Who Is Eligible for the GCC Grand Tours Visa?

The final eligibility list has not been officially published by GCC governments. Based on official statements from GCC ministers and reporting by Gulf News and Khaleej Times, here's what we know:

✅ You are likely eligible if you:

• Hold a passport from one of the 59 visa-exempt nationalities confirmed in the initial rollout

• Are 18 years or older (minors must travel with a parent or legal guardian)

• Are travelling for tourism, family visits, transit, or short-term business

• Have no history of visa violations in any GCC member state

• Hold a valid residency permit if you are an expatriate living in a GCC country

❌ You are NOT eligible if you:

• Are a citizen of any GCC member state (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait), GCC nationals already have free movement and do not need this visa

• Are seeking to work, study long-term, or gain residency through this visa

• Have a travel ban in any GCC country

• Hold a passport from a non-eligible nationality in the initial rollout

Eligible Nationalities, Confirmed Regions

While the official country-by-country list has not been published, GCC officials have confirmed 59 nationalities will qualify from launch. Here's the breakdown by region:

This list is based on current GCC e-visa eligibility patterns and official briefings. The final published list may differ. We will update this page as soon as official eligibility details are confirmed.

GCC Residents, Special Eligibility

If you are an expatriate living in a GCC country (on a valid residency permit/Iqama), you are expected to be eligible for the GCC Grand Tours Visa regardless of your nationality. This is specifically designed to allow UAE, Saudi, or Qatar residents to travel across the other five GCC countries without applying for separate visas.

Required for GCC residents:

• Valid residency permit (Iqama or equivalent)

• Passport with at least 6 months validity

• All standard application documents

Age & Travel Conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Indians apply for the GCC Grand Tours Visa?
Yes. India is confirmed as one of the eligible nationalities. Indian passport holders, both tourists and GCC residents, are expected to be able to apply when the portal opens in Q4 2026.

Can I apply if I already live in Dubai?
Yes. GCC residents (expatriates on valid residency permits) are specifically included in the eligibility criteria and can use the visa to travel across the other five Gulf countries.

What if my nationality isn't on the eligible list?
You would need to apply for individual visas for each GCC country separately using their existing e-visa systems. Check back as the eligibility list may expand after the pilot phase.

Does holding a Schengen visa make me eligible?
Not automatically. However, some GCC countries currently extend e-visa privileges to Schengen visa holders. It is not yet confirmed whether the GCC Grand Tours Visa will do the same.

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