RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has launched a new digital Package Visa System aimed at making international travel faster and more convenient for visitors, including those from Pakistan.
The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 programme, which seeks to expand tourism and diversify the economy.
According to the Saudi Tourism Authority, the system integrates key travel services on a single digital platform. Travellers will be able to process their visa, book flights, reserve hotels and arrange local transport through one streamlined service instead of multiple channels.
Officials said that eligible travellers booking through approved service providers will have their visa applications automatically included in the package, reducing paperwork and speeding up approvals. The platform also allows visitors to add tickets for cultural events, entertainment and tourist attractions while planning their trips.
Authorities believe the system will enhance transparency by combining services into a single package, enabling travellers to compare costs more easily and avoid hidden charges.
The initiative is expected to particularly benefit Umrah pilgrims from Pakistan, who will be able to combine religious travel with tourism through a single booking process.
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The Package Visa System is linked to Saudi Arabia’s existing e‑Visa programme, under which tourist visas are generally issued as one‑year multiple‑entry permits, allowing stays of up to 90 days per visit. The new system further digitises the process, making applications paperless and approvals quicker.
Saudi Arabia aims to attract millions of international visitors annually as it pushes to establish itself among the world’s leading tourism destinations under Vision 2030.
