All GCC residents can apply for Saudi tourist visas regardless of profession

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khatib announced on Thursday, that all expatriate residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries will be allowed to obtain a tourist visa for the Kingdom, regardless of their profession, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
The requirement of specific professions for granting a tourist visa to residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries was abolished.
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#SaudiArabia visa application is now simpler, more convenient and straightforward for residents of GCC states, regardless of their profession. Apply now https://t.co/wyvezLCitl pic.twitter.com/GrzwhpzrE5 — Ahmed Al Khateeb أحمد الخطيب (@AhmedAlKhateeb) March 9, 2023 Al-Khatib said that the tourist visa will allow holders to visit the various regions of the Kingdom and perform Umrah The ministry said that all residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries will be able to enter the Kingdom with an electronic tourist visa obtained by applying through the “ Visit Saudi ” platform, provided that their residence permit is valid for at least three months and a passport for six months at least. the least.
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