Unified GCC Visa: What UAE travellers will pay compared to e-visa costs now

With an expected Dh330-Dh480 range, it is neither cheapest nor most expensive

- BY JUSTIN VARGHESE

lhe upcoming Unified GCC Visa, set to launch soon, will let UAE travellers visit multiple Gulf countries with a single permit — making travel across the region easier and cheaper. But how much will it cost compared to applying for separate electronic visas for each GCC country?

Officials say the visa will likely cost between $90 and $130 (Dh330-Dh480), depending on its type and duration. Travellers can choose between a single-country visa or a multi-entry “GCC Grand Tour” option, valid for 30 to 90 days.

The multi-country version is expected to be pricier, much like existing multiple-entry e-visas. For now, UAE residents with valid residency visas must still apply for individual GCC e-visas, each with its own fees, duration, and eligibility rules.