The British government announced that citizens of some countries will be exempted from entry visas, and will be granted a 6-month visa for tourism or brief study.
Exempting Gulf countries from a British visa
The decision revealed by the British government included many Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which include “Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the Emirates, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar.”
This decision allows citizens of these countries to be exempt from entry visa to the United Kingdom for a period of 6 months, but on the condition that it is necessary to fill out the visa exemption form through the official website of the British Ministry of the Interior.
Study, work and treatment in Britain for the Arab Gulf countries
Citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries can enter the United Kingdom for the purpose of working, living in Britain, visiting and medical treatment, or studying for a period of 6 months.
Under this decision, entry visa requirements will be removed for citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan wishing to visit the United Kingdom for any purpose.
Strengthening tourism and trade ties between the Gulf countries and the United Kingdom
Under this recent decision, visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan will be allowed to travel to the United Kingdom, and this will strengthen tourism and commercial ties between them.
It is worth noting that this decision will be activated next February 2024, where citizens from these countries will be treated similarly to citizens of America and Australia, as they are allowed to enter Britain more than once for two years at no additional cost.
Exempting some countries from entering Britain from a visa
It is scheduled to begin implementing this decision for Gulf Cooperation Council countries to enter the United Kingdom starting from February 22, 2024, and those wishing to travel must obtain an electronic travel permit for 10 pounds sterling.
This decision includes everyone of all ages, whether adults, the elderly, children, or even infants. This permit is valid for two full years, and can be obtained in just 3 days.
Holders of this electronic entry permit can reside in the United Kingdom for a full 6 months.
