This is great promotion for race\country\tourism - Free F1 visas

http://www.f1racing.net/en/news.php?newsID=109332

Ahead of the 2006 Bahrain Grand Prix the government is offering free F1 Visas. Travellers visiting Bahrain for the race will be able to obtain their free 'F1 visa' if they have with them a valid ticket to the race, a proof of purchase or official association with the FIA Formula One World Championship. The F1 Visa scheme begins on February 26 and runs until March 12. Upon arrival in Bahrain F1 visa holders will get fast-tracked through the airport

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It's nice to know that there is government support for the race and they try to make it easy for visitors to attend the event.