Entry Requirements

Each country has its own requirements for entry. The countries below do not require getting a visa in advance for Canadians but all require having a ticket showing a return or onward journey. It is also a good idea to have a hotel reservation before arriving.

Dubai

Canadians can get a 30 day visa on entry into the country, but must have a ticket showing a return or onward journey and have a recent photograph. See the Visit Dubai website.

Oman

Canadians can get a 14 day visa on entry into the country (see the Oman Foreign Ministry website); alternately, they can apply for a tourist visa on the Royal Oman Police website.

Qatar

Canadians can get a 30 day visa on entry into the country, but must have a ticket showing a return or onward journey and a confirmed hotel reservation on arrival. See the Visit Qatar website.

Kuwait

Canadians can get a 30 day visa visa on entry into the country (alternately, they can apply for a tourist visa on the State of Kuwait e-Visa website). Visitors are required to have a ticket showing a return or onward journey and a confirmed hotel reservation on arrival.

Bahrain

Canadians can get a 14 day visa on entry into the country (alternately, they can apply for a tourist visa on the Ministry of the Interior website, or by using the NPRA Mobile app). Visitors are required to have a ticket showing a return or onward journey. You may be asked to prove you have sufficient financial resources and that you have proof of accommodation.