If you're flying with Air India to the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi), Bahrain, Qatar(Doha), Kuwait, Saudi Arabia or Oman (Muscat), you'll encounter the "Ok to Board" (OTB) process. Here's the essential information.
If you hold an ECR (immigration check required) passport or a work permit/employment e-visa, you'll need an "Ok to Board" (OTB) message when flying with Air India to United Arab Emirates (UAE), Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. An OTB message is crucial to ensure a smooth journey to these countries. Here's when it usually applies:
1. If your passport falls under the ECR (immigration check required) category.
2. If you're traveling for work purposes and have an employment e-visa. (Mandatory for both passports ECR or ECNR)
Apply ok to board online on website for faster process or mail us all mandatory documents along with payment slip at [email protected]
To check your Ok to Board status online, follow these steps:
1. Visit the ZiyaTrip Holidays website.
2. Go to the "OKTB" section.
3. Enter your application reference and Passport Number.
4. Look for the Ok to Board status click on "Check".
Your current status will be shown.
Country
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Ok To Board Charges
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Required Documents
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United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
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850
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eVisa Copy, Passport front & Last Page & Air Ticket copy
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Oman (Muscat)
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1350
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eVisa Copy, Passport front & Last Page & Air Ticket copy
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Qatar (Doha)
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1250
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eVisa Copy, Passport front & Last Page & Air Ticket copy
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Saudi Arabia
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1550
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eVisa Copy, Passport front & Last Page & Air Ticket copy
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Bahrain
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1250
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eVisa Copy, Passport front & Last Page & Air Ticket copy
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