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Kuwaiti Passport Holders May Join Gulf States With Visa-Free Russia Entry

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Kuwaiti Passport Holders May Join Gulf States With Visa-Free Russia Entry

Russia is negotiating visa-free entry with Kuwait and Bahrain, Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko said. Visa-free travel for ordinary passport holders already applies with Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar and the UAE.

2 d ago

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Before flying to Syria, confirm entry approval if your passport is on the restricted list

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Before flying to Syria, confirm entry approval if your passport is on the restricted list

Most travellers can get a Syrian visa on arrival for USD 25 to 400 in cash, under Decision No. 128. Passports including Afghan, Chinese, Russian, Yem…

5 d ago

Riyadh airport reopens but Saudi flights stay disrupted as attacks continue

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Riyadh airport reopens but Saudi flights stay disrupted as attacks continue

Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport reopened on 18 October after more than a week closed, but flights remain disrupted and the UK now advises …

6 d ago

Kuwait Travellers Still Need Schengen Visas as EU Opens Waiver Talks, No Date Set

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Kuwait Travellers Still Need Schengen Visas as EU Opens Waiver Talks, No Date Set

The Council of the European Union adopted conclusions on 19 October 2026 opening visa waiver procedures for Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman and Q…

6 d ago

Flights to and from Qatar may be disrupted or cancelled, U.S. Embassy warns

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Flights to and from Qatar may be disrupted or cancelled, U.S. Embassy warns

The U.S. Embassy in Qatar issued a security alert on 18 October 2026 warning Americans in the Middle East of possible flight cancellations, airspace …

19 Oct

Comoros travellers: Kuwait passport holds 3rd Arab League, 85th global in ranking

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Comoros travellers: Kuwait passport holds 3rd Arab League, 85th global in ranking

Kuwait's passport places third among the 22 Arab League states and 85th globally in a Passport Reports ranking dated 13 October 2026. The United Arab…

17 Oct

Travellers to Qatar face up to three years in jail over illegal visa deals

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Travellers to Qatar face up to three years in jail over illegal visa deals

Qatar's Ministry of Interior says illegal visa trading can carry up to three years in prison and fines of QR50,000, rising to QR100,000 for repeat of…

16 Oct

Qatar Streamlines Tourist Visa Process for Indian Travelers

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Qatar Streamlines Tourist Visa Process for Indian Travelers

Qatar has simplified its A1 Tourist Visa application process for Indian holidaymakers, allowing for easier access to the country. Applications can be…

15 Oct

American Airlines Cancels Flights to Qatar Amid Geopolitical Tensions

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American Airlines Cancels Flights to Qatar Amid Geopolitical Tensions

American Airlines has canceled all flights to Qatar and two other destinations due to geopolitical unrest. This move leaves Qatar Airways as the sole…

14 Oct

Qatar Introduces Free A1 Tourist Visa for Indian Travelers

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Qatar Introduces Free A1 Tourist Visa for Indian Travelers

Qatar has announced the introduction of the A1 Tourist Visa for Indian visitors, which will be issued free of charge, simplifying travel to the count…

14 Oct

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