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Saudi Cabinet Approves Rules on GCC Vehicle Stays, Sets 90-Day Annual Cap
Saudi Arabia’s Council of Ministers has approved regulations governing the stay of vehicles registered in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states within the Kingdom, aiming to regulate usage…
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UAE eVisa for Saudi Residents: Complete Guide for GCC Expatriates (2026)
If you’re an expatriate living in Saudi Arabia planning to visit the United Arab Emirates, you’ll need to obtain a UAE eVisa before arrival. This comprehensive guide covers…
How to Apply for a Saudi E-Visa as a GCC Resident: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re living in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country and planning to visit Saudi Arabia, you can now apply for an e-Visa entirely online. The digital application…
GCC to Launch Single Tourist Visa in Q4 2025 for All Gulf Countries
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will roll out the pilot phase of its long-awaited unified tourist visa — officially called the GCC Grand Tourist Visa — in the fourth quarter of 2025. Modeled after Europe’s Schengen…
GCC Residents Can Now Perform Umrah Anytime
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries can now perform Umrah throughout the year. This initiative aims to…
Wafid Medical Test: Requirements, Booking, and Checking Results
The Wafid Medical Test is a health screening mandatory for expatriates seeking to work, live, or study in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman,…
GCC Grand Tours Visa: A Single Ticket to Explore Six Gulf Nations
A New Era in Gulf Tourism The GCC Grand Tours visa, set to launch in December 2024, is a groundbreaking initiative that will allow tourists to explore six…
Traveling from Saudi Arabia to the UAE by Car as an Iqama Holder
Traveling from Saudi Arabia to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by car as an Iqama holder is a popular choice for expatriates looking to explore neighboring countries. The…
Bahrain Travel Guide for Saudi Expat Residents via King Fahd Causeway
Bahrain is a popular destination for Saudi residents, offering a vibrant mix of culture, shopping, and leisure activities. The King Fahd Causeway, a 25 km bridge that connects…
Qatar Visa On-Arrival for GCC Residents: All You Need To Know
Qatar On-Arrival Visa for GCC Residents Expat residents from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including Saudi Iqama holders, now have the privilege of obtaining an on-arrival visa…
A Schengen-Style Visa for GCC Countries: What It Means for Expatriates in Saudi Arabia
GCC’s Schengen-Style Visa The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are working towards launching a ‘Schengen-style‘ visa for tourists, a move expected to boost revenues and increase footfall for…
A Complete Guide to Applying for an Oman eVisa as a GCC Resident
Obtaining an Oman eVisa for GCC Residents If you’re a Saudi Iqama holder planning a trip to Oman, you can apply for an eVisa that allows you to…