Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of “Package Visa”, a new digital initiative designed to simplify travel to the Kingdom by integrating tourist visa applications directly into curated travel bookings.
The launch is currently underway through qualified travel and tourism service providers across selected international markets, including Bangladesh, ahead of a broader rollout.
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The initiative builds on Saudi Arabia’s broader efforts to simplify travel to the country. Since launching the tourist e-Visa, it has introduced several additional entry options, including visa on arrival and the Stopover Transit Visa.
Together, these initiatives have supported the country’s rapid tourism growth, with Saudi Arabia welcoming more than 2.9 crore inbound visitors in 2025.
Commenting on the initiative, Saudi Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al Khateeb 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, Package Visa reduces the number of steps between planning a trip and travelling to Saudi Arabia. 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.
The initiative is expected to provide a simpler and more connected journey from booking to arrival.
For qualified travel and tourism service providers, the initiative creates an opportunity to offer more attractive travel packages, streamline the traveller journey and encourage longer stays and richer travel experiences.
Package Visa is available only through qualified travel and tourism service providers that meet defined service standards and provide 24/7 customer support.
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) is responsible for promoting Saudi’s tourism destinations globally and developing the country’s tourism offerings through programmes, packages and business support. STA operates 16 representative offices worldwide, serving 38 countries.