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Last updated 20 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)

Evisa for GCC residents and companions in United Arab Emirates for Chinese citizens

Electronic visa

Evisa for GCC residents and companions — what you need to know

Visa is issued in advance through the electronic systems ICP or GDRFA. Mandatory for UAE non-residents residing in the Gulf countries (and their accompanying persons) before traveling to the UAE.

Features

  • Available only to foreign nationals holding a valid residence permit from a GCC country

  • A residence permit or electronic record indicating the applicant’s profession and the validity period of their status is required

  • The applicant’s profession must be included in the list accepted by the immigration authority

  • The visa is issued for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days

  • The visa does not grant the right to work or reside in the UAE as a resident

  • Application process: valid GCC residence permit → verification of the applicant’s profession → online application → visa received by email → entry into the UAE

Benefits

  • Documents required before entry into the UAE are processed electronically

  • No sponsor in the UAE is required

  • Standard service processing time — 48 hours

  • Accompanying family members and domestic workers may apply together with the resident

Eligible individuals:

  • GCC resident
  • Companion

How does this visa work?

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Don’t postpone the application

The visa is processed from 3 days to 5 days. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance

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How can you prove the basis for the visa?

They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country

What must be prepared?

Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions

Are you eligible for this visa?

  • Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.

  • Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.

  • The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.

  • Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.

  • Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.

Official visa information

English international

Type of visa

Visit visa

Category

Evisa for GCC residents and companions