Saturday, June 8, 2024 Saudi outbound travel surges as visa-free access to 59 countries, including Turkey, Egypt, Kazakhstan, and more, significantly boosts global tourism and cultural exchange. The Saudi Arabian passport continues to enhance its global presence by granting its holders visa-free access to an impressive list of 59 countries and territories. Currently ranked as the 46th most powerful passport globally, it allows Saudi citizens to travel widely and effortlessly.
Additionally, Saudis can visit GCC countries such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE using just their national ID, streamlining travel within the region. Here is the complete list of countries and territories that Saudi passport holders can visit without a visa as of June 2024: In 2022, Saudi Arabia’s outbound tourism reached new heights with 16.88 million tourists making their way across the globe, resulting in 176.
69 million overnight stays and an average trip length of 10.47 nights. These tourists collectively spent 46.
82 billion SAR, highlighting the significant economic impact of Saudi travelers According to Saudi Ministry of Tourism. Saudi Arabia’s outbound tourism is catalyzing a global tourism boom, impacting not just the 59 visa-free accessible countries but the international travel landscape at large. The scope of travel from the kingdom extends beyond leisure, incorporating significant numbers of travelers attending meetings and events as well.
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