UAE and Kosovo Forge Visa-Free Agreement to Strengthen Ties

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Republic of Kosovo have entered into a mutual visa exemption agreement. The official memorandum of understanding, signed by Khaled Abdullah Belhoul on behalf of the UAE and Xhabir Hamiti, the Ambassador of Kosovo to the UAE, paves the way for visa-free travel for ordinary, diplomatic, special, and mission passport holders.

UAE citizens with valid passports with a minimum validity of one year can now enjoy visa-free entry into Kosovo, allowing them to stay for up to 90 days per trip.

In return, citizens of Kosovo holding valid diplomatic, official, and ordinary passports are granted reciprocal visa-free entry into the UAE.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Donika Gërvalla-Schwarz, Kosovo’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed their enthusiasm during a telephone conversation.

They highlighted the mutual benefits of this agreement, emphasizing its role in strengthening bilateral relations.

The memorandum signifies a crucial step in fostering collaboration across various domains, including politics, economics, culture, and education. The diplomatic exchange also included discussions on enhancing relations in multiple fields, demonstrating the commitment of both nations to furthering their ties for mutual prosperity.

This development marks a positive stride in facilitating seamless movement between the UAE and Kosovo, fostering a closer and more robust relationship.

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