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eVisa - GCC Resident (30 Days)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 days

Estimated Cost

AED 263

Stay Duration

30 days; extendable once for an additional 30 days

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in United Arab Emirates

Cost of Living

20% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryAED 126,000

Quality of Life

169/200

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Overview

30-day eVisa for GCC residents seeking short-term UAE visits, extendable for another 30 days.

The eVisa for GCC Residents is a streamlined entry permit for expatriates holding valid residency in Gulf Cooperation Council countries (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, or Qatar). It simplifies travel to the UAE for tourism, business, or family visits. Applicants must hold a GCC residency permit valid for at least one year and a passport valid for at least six months.

The eVisa is valid for 30 days and extendable once for an additional 30 days. The fee is AED 250 plus 5% VAT (total AED 262.50), payable online. Processing takes 48 hours. Applicants must upload scans of their passport, GCC residency permit, and a recent photograph through the official UAE portal.

This visa is ideal for expatriate professionals and families resident in GCC countries seeking short-term access to the UAE for tourism, business, or personal visits.

Cost Breakdown

Application feeAED 250

VAT (5%)AED 13

ValidityVaries (Renewable)

Processing2 days

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a resident of a GCC country (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, or Oman).

GCC residency permit must be valid for at least one year from the date of arrival.

Passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival.

Profession listed on the GCC residency permit must be qualifying under UAE immigration rules.

Must apply online before arriving in the UAE.

If traveling with dependents, the primary visa holder must be traveling with them.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Clear scanned copy of the passport (bio page).

Clear scanned copy of the valid GCC residency permit (both sides).

Recent passport-sized photograph with a white background.

Proof of onward travel (recommended).

Accommodation details (booking confirmation or host invitation letter).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Streamlined online application process simplifies visa acquisition for GCC residents
Valid for entry across all seven UAE emirates in a single application
Extendable up to two additional 30-day periods for longer stays
Self-sponsored application—no employer or family sponsor required
Allows tourism, business meetings, and family visits
Convenient digital-first process through official UAE government portals

Worth Knowing

GCC residency permit must remain valid throughout entire stay; expiration automatically results in entry denial
Restricted to GCC country residents (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) with valid residency permits
Profession listed on GCC residency permit must be qualifying under UAE immigration rules; discrepancies block entry
GCC residency permit must be valid for minimum one year from date of arrival; any gaps or cancellations prevent entry