UAE to open electronic visa centre in Beirut next month
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that an electronic visa centre will open in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, next month. Omar Obaid Alhesan Alshamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said the opening of the centre is part of efforts to strengthen relations between the two countries and their peoples, and represented an important step towards expanding…
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the opening of an electronic visa centre in Beirut next month. The initiative aims to bolster ties between the UAE and Lebanon, strengthening relations between their respective peoples. According to Omar Obaid Alhasani Alshamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this step marks a significant stride toward enhancing bilateral cooperation.
The centre will enable Lebanese customers to complete visa application procedures from within the Lebanese Republic. This move is expected to streamline the customer journey and expedite processes, adhering to the systems and requirements approved by relevant authorities. Alshamsi highlighted the UAE's expertise in leveraging digital solutions to simplify procedures, improve service efficiency, and provide customers with a more convenient and flexible experience, both domestically and internationally. This aligns with the UAE's broader digital transformation agenda.
Currently, UAE citizens can travel to Lebanon from Monday. Additionally, UAE and Bahrain have recently launched a 'single travel point' at their respective airports to reduce airport queues. The UAE has also expanded its digital visa hub capabilities to Beirut, further advancing electronic services globally.
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