Jordan, Egypt, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Mexico get streamlined Saudi entry Saudi Arabia has launched a new Package Visa initiative, announcing the first six countries eligible for the scheme that allows travellers to obtain a tourist visa through a single integrated travel package. The programme aims to simplify the visitor journey by combining flights, accommodation and electronic visa services into one booking process. According to the Ministry of Tourism, the service is currently available to travellers from Jordan, Egypt, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Mexico. The Package Visa allows visitors to arrange flights, licensed hotel accommodation and an electronic tourist visa through approved travel providers, eliminating the need to apply for a tourist visa separately. The electronic visa is issued within 48 hours of completing the purchase of an approved travel package, removing the need to visit a Saudi embassy or submit a standalone visa application, according to Saudi Gazette. Travellers must select an approved package through an authorised travel agency, complete payment digitally, and receive their visa, travel insurance and travel documents by email. The Ministry of Tourism has so far accredited two providers — Reserval and Almosafer — to offer the service. The single-entry tourist visa is valid for [...]
