The United States announced the inclusion of the State of Qatar in its visa exemption program, and thus Qatar will be the first Arab country, and the 42nd member around the world, in the visa exemption program.
The Visa Exemption Program allows Qatari citizens to travel to the United States for a period of up to 90 days without obtaining an entry visa, and in return, US citizens will enjoy the same privileges when traveling to the State of Qatar.
The United States Departments of Homeland Security and State said that Qatar is the 42nd member to join the US Visa Waiver Program, and is also the first Gulf and Arab country to join it.
The US Department of Homeland Security indicated in a statement that, as of December 1, 2024, the US Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) online application and mobile phone application will be updated to allow citizens in Qatar to apply for travel to the United States. United States for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days without obtaining a US visa.
It is noteworthy that the US visa exemption program is based on integrated partnerships between the United States and the countries included in the program, in accordance with requirements and standards related to law enforcement, border control, and the issuance of secure electronic travel documents.
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2024-09-27 22:46:27