Thomas Cook India & SOTC Offer Complimentary UAE Visas for Indian Travellers
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel have partnered with DCT Abu Dhabi to offer complimentary UAE entry visas for eligible Indian travelers. This offer applies to bookings made between August 1 and October 31, 2026, for travel within the same period, requiring a minimum three-night stay in Abu Dhabi.
This initiative is a strategic partnership that aims to increase travel bookings, potentially leading to a moderate increase in revenue and market share in the Indian outbound tourism segment to Abu Dhabi.
The partnership and offer of complimentary visas are expected to boost travel and make Abu Dhabi more accessible to Indian tourists, which is positive for the company and the destination.
Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its group company, SOTC Travel, have partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) to facilitate easier travel to Abu Dhabi for Indian customers.
Under this initiative, eligible customers booking leisure holiday packages with a minimum three-night hotel stay in Abu Dhabi will receive a complimentary UAE entry visa. This offer is valid for bookings made between August 1, 2026, and October 31, 2026, with travel also concluding by October 31, 2026. This program aims to make holidays to Abu Dhabi more accessible and reinforces the strong relationship between the entities.
Rajeev Kale, President & Country Head – Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, stated that the partnership enhances the value proposition for customers by offering a complimentary visa, making it more compelling for Indian travelers to explore Abu Dhabi. SD Nandakumar, President & Country Head – Holidays & Corporate Tours, SOTC Travel, added that the initiative provides added value and expressed anticipation in inspiring more Indian travelers to choose Abu Dhabi.
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