Saudi Arabia Launches Tourist Package Visa for Citizens of Pakistan and Six Other Countries

Riyadh:Saudi Arabia has introduced a new **Tourist Package Visa** for citizens of **Pakistan** and six other countries as part of its efforts to boost tourism under **Saudi Vision 2030**.

Saudi Minister of Tourism **Ahmed Al-Khateeb** said the Kingdom has simplified travel procedures since the launch of Vision 2030 by offering services such as **electronic tourist visas, visas on arrival, and transit visas**.

According to the Ministry of Tourism, the newly introduced **Tourist Package Visa** is currently being launched as a pilot service for travelers from **Pakistan**, **Mexico**, **Indonesia**, **Egypt**, **India**, **Bangladesh**, and **Jordan**.

The ministry said applicants purchasing an approved tourism package can expect their visa to be issued within **48 hours** of completing the booking process.