Saudi Arabia Launches ‘Package Visa’ to Simplify International Travel - Get updated on what's happening in tourism!

Saudi Arabia has introduced the Package Visa, a new digital initiative designed to make visiting the Kingdom easier by integrating tourist visa applications directly into travel bookings. The system is being launched through qualified travel and tourism service providers in selected international markets before a wider global rollout.

The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's broader strategy to simplify travel procedures while enhancing the overall visitor experience as the country continues to expand its tourism sector.

Visa and travel booking combined

The new Package Visa allows eligible travelers to arrange flights, accommodation and their tourist visa through a single integrated booking process. Visitors can also add events, activities and other tourism experiences as part of their itinerary, reducing the number of steps required to plan a trip.

The initiative builds on earlier measures introduced to improve accessibility, including the tourist e-Visa, visa-on-arrival facilities and the Stopover Transit Visa. Together, these measures helped Saudi Arabia welcome more than 29 million international visitors in 2025.

"As Saudi's tourism sector continues to grow at pace, Package Visa reflects our commitment to making travel to Saudi more seamless for visitors. By integrating visa issuance with travel bookings, we are simplifying the visitor journey and creating a more connected travel experience. This initiative also strengthens collaboration across the tourism ecosystem and supports Saudi's position as an increasingly accessible global destination," said His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb, Saudi Minister of Tourism.

Benefits for travelers and the travel industry

For travelers, the Package Visa streamlines the journey from trip planning to arrival by combining multiple travel services into a single booking process. The integrated approach is intended to make travel arrangements faster, more convenient and easier to manage.

The initiative also offers new opportunities for qualified travel and tourism service providers. By combining visa processing with travel products, providers can create more comprehensive holiday packages, simplify the customer journey and encourage longer stays and broader tourism experiences.

Available through qualified travel partners

To ensure consistent service quality, the Package Visa is available exclusively through qualified travel and tourism service providers that meet defined service standards and offer 24-hour customer support.

With the introduction of the Package Visa, Saudi Arabia continues its efforts to improve accessibility and strengthen its position as an increasingly attractive destination for international travelers.

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