UAE and Kosovo Sign Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement
The UAE and the Republic of Kosovo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the mutual exemption of visa requirements for holders of ordinary, diplomatic, special, and mission passports.
The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Kosovo have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that exempts citizens of both countries from visa requirements for entry. The agreement covers holders of ordinary, diplomatic, special, and mission passports, facilitating easier travel between the two nations.
Key Provisions of the Agreement
Under the terms of the MoU:
- UAE citizens holding passports valid for at least six months are exempt from visa requirements for entry to Kosovo.
- They can stay in Kosovo for up to 90 days per visit.
- Kosovo citizens holding valid diplomatic, official, and ordinary passports are similarly exempt from visa requirements for entry to the UAE.
The agreement was formally signed by Khaled Abdullah Belhoul, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Xhabir Hamiti, the Ambassador of Kosovo to the UAE. This mutual exemption is expected to boost tourism, business, and cultural exchanges between the UAE and Kosovo.
Questions, answered
- Which types of passports are covered by the UAE-Kosovo visa exemption?
- The agreement covers holders of ordinary, diplomatic, special, and mission passports from both the UAE and the Republic of Kosovo.
- How long can UAE citizens stay in Kosovo without a visa under this MoU?
- UAE citizens holding valid passports for at least six months can stay in Kosovo for up to 90 days per visit without requiring a visa.
- Who signed the Memorandum of Understanding for the UAE?
- The MoU was signed on behalf of the UAE by Khaled Abdullah Belhoul, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Does this agreement apply to Kosovo citizens visiting the UAE?
- Yes, citizens of Kosovo holding valid diplomatic, official, and ordinary passports are exempt from the visa requirement for entry into the United Arab Emirates.
This brief was summarised and rewritten by Gaia Living from public reporting. Figures and details reflect the original sources.
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