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Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has moved to expand a recently-launched tourist visa system aimed at drawing holidaymakers to the kingdom.
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Last month, Saudi authorities unveiled the tourist visa scheme allowing the nationals of 49 countries from Europe, Asia and America to apply for a multiple visa.
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The instant tourist visa is obtainable online or upon arrival at the Saudi airports.
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US, UK, Schengen visa holders
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Now, nationals of other countries holding a valid commercial or a tourist visa issued by the US, the UK or the European Union’s Schengen visa are also eligible for a tourist visa online or upon arrival at Saudi airports, leading Arabic daily Okaz reported Saturday.
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Other people wishing to enter Saudi Arabia can approach Saudi missions for a tourist visa provided they attach to their applications a return ticket, a residence booking in the kingdom, financial status and address in the home country, according to the report.
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Foreigners obtaining the tourist visa can visit the kingdom multiple times within a one-year period with a maximum 90 days per visit.
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The new system is part of the Vision 2030, an ambitious Saudi plan aimed at diversifying the country’s economy.
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