Building on Tourism Momentum

Package Visa is the latest addition to Saudi Arabia’s expanding portfolio of travel facilitation initiatives. Following the successful introduction of the tourist e-Visa, the Kingdom has broadened access through Visa on Arrival and the Stopover Transit Visa, creating multiple pathways for international visitors.

These initiatives have contributed to remarkable tourism growth, with Saudi Arabia welcoming more than 29 million inbound visitors in 2025—a testament to the country's emergence as one of the region's fastest-growing tourism destinations.

The new Package Visa transforms the traditional travel planning process by integrating visa issuance into a single booking journey. Eligible travellers can arrange flights, accommodation and visa processing through one platform, while also adding events, attractions and curated tourism experiences to their itinerary.

This integrated approach reduces administrative complexity, shortens the planning process and creates a more seamless journey from booking to arrival.

Creating Value for the Travel Industry

Beyond improving the traveller experience, Package Visa offers significant opportunities for travel and tourism service providers. By enabling the creation of comprehensive travel packages, the initiative allows partners to deliver greater value, simplify customer interactions and encourage visitors to extend their stay while exploring a wider range of experiences across Saudi Arabia.

The programme also strengthens collaboration across the tourism ecosystem by connecting visa services with travel, hospitality and destination experiences through a unified digital framework.

Commenting on the initiative, His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb, Saudi Minister of Tourism, said: “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. The initiative strengthens collaboration across the tourism ecosystem and supports Saudi's position as an increasingly accessible global destination.”

To maintain service quality and ensure a reliable visitor experience, Package Visa will be offered exclusively through qualified travel and tourism service providers that meet established service standards and provide 24/7 customer support.

As Saudi Arabia continues its tourism transformation, the launch of Package Visa underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to removing travel barriers, embracing digital innovation and delivering world-class visitor experiences. The initiative further strengthens Saudi’s vision of becoming a globally connected, accessible and competitive tourism destination.