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Open Seek visa agreements with GCC countries for UK Refugee Travel Document holders

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We want the UK Government to use diplomatic engagement with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to improve visa access and recognition of UK Refugee Travel Documents.

UK refugees who hold these documents can face difficulties travelling to Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE because recognition visa

We ask the Government to raise this issue with GCC governments and seek clearer arrangements for UK Refugee Travel Document holders, including whether visas can be issued and what requirements apply.

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