In October 2019, Saudi Arabia officially opened its doors to tourists from all over the world who want to visit the kingdom for reasons other than religious. Previously, visas were only granted to expatriates and businesspeople working in the country, as well as Muslims traveling to the kingdom for the Hajj (pilgrimage). Visitors will now be able to discover and experience the warm hospitality of the Saudi people, the rich heritage, the vibrant culture and Saudi Arabia's diverse and breathtaking landscapes, thanks to the Saudi Arabia Tourist visa.
In this article, we'll go over the most important things you should know about Saudi Arabia Tourist visa. So let's start!
Eligible for the Saudi Arabia Tourist visa are as follows:
USA, Canada, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Netherlands, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Switzerland, San Marino, Spain, Brunei, China (including Hong Kong and Macau), Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Oceania, Australia, and New Zealand are among the countries involved.
People from 49 countries can travel to the kingdom by applying for a visa ahead of time or when they arrive.