The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced that a visa-free regime will be introduced for citizens of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, the Sultanate of Oman, and the Kingdom of Bahrain starting from January 4, 2025.
Citizens of these countries traveling for tourism purposes will be entitled to stay in the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic without obtaining permission documents for a total of 180 days within a 360-day period.
In cases of entry for other purposes, visas corresponding to the purpose of the visit are required (for example, employment or study).
The move is aimed at further boosting tourist flows and enhancing the investment and business appeal of the Kyrgyz Republic.