Saudi introduces “Package Visa” to simplify travel; records 29 mn+ tourists in 2025
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The launch is currently underway through qualified travel and tourism service providers across selected international markets ahead of a broader rollout. Since launching the tourist e-Visa, Saudi has introduced several new ways to visit, including visa on arrival and the Stopover Transit Visa.
Saudi has announced the launch of Package Visa, a new digital initiative designed to simplify travel to Saudi by integrating tourist visa application directly into curated travel bookings. The launch is currently underway through qualified travel and tourism service providers across selected international markets ahead of a broader rollout.
The initiative builds on Saudi’s wider efforts to simplify visiting the country. Since launching the tourist e-Visa, Saudi has introduced several new ways to visit, including visa on arrival and the Stopover Transit Visa. Together, these initiatives have supported the country’s rapid tourism growth, with Saudi welcoming more than 29 million inbound visitors in 2025.
Commenting on the initiative, Ahmed Al Khateeb, Saudi Minister of Tourism, said: “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.”
For visitors, as per Saudi Tourism Authority, the Package Visa means fewer steps between planning a trip to Saudi. Instead of arranging flights, accommodation, and a visa separately, eligible travellers can book everything through one integrated travel process, with the option to add events, activities and tourism experiences.
For qualified travel and tourism service providers, the initiative creates an opportunity to offer more travel packages, streamline the traveller journey, and encourage longer stays and richer travel experiences. The Package Visa is available only through qualified travel and tourism service providers.
