Tourists visiting Saudi Arabia are now eligible to receive a refund on the 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) paid on… Read More
Pakistani Umrah Pilgrims Die in Bus Accident in Saudi Arabia
A tragic road accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of five Pakistani Umrah pilgrims — including three women… Read More
Saudi Arabia Bans Citizens and Expats From Entering Mecca Without Officials Permits
Starting Wednesday, April 23 (25 Shawwal 1446 AH), all residents seeking to enter the holy city of Mecca will be… Read More
Saudi Arabia Announces Tax Relief to Attract Global Talent
Saudi Arabia has launched a bold new initiative to attract global businesses and elite professionals to its Special Economic Zones… Read More
Saudi Arabia Announces New Hotel Rules for Hajj
The Saudi Ministry of Tourism has directed all hospitality establishments in Makkah to refrain from accommodating individuals who do not… Read More
European Union Announces Schengen Visa Exemption for Muslim Country
Saudi nationals are set to be exempted from needing pre-entry visas to travel to European Union (EU) countries, granting them… Read More
Hajj 2025 Will be Last Summer Pilgrimage Till 2042
The Saudi National Meteorological Center has announced that the Hajj season of 2025 will be the last to take place… Read More
Bad News For Umrah Pilgrims Overstaying in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to Umrah pilgrims who overstay their visas, announcing that those remaining in the… Read More
Saudi Arabia Introduces 5% Tax on Real Estate
Saudi Arabia has implemented a 5% Real Estate Transaction Tax (RETT), effective April 10, as part of its ongoing efforts… Read More
Saudi Arabia Relaxes Iqama Rules for Expats
The General Directorate of Passports in Saudi Arabia has announced a new policy allowing residents to renew their Iqama (residency… Read More
Foreign Investors Can Now Own Real Estate in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment has announced that foreign investors are now allowed to own and sell real estate in… Read More
Saudi Arabia Announces Deadline for Return of Umrah Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that April 29 (coinciding with Dhul Qada 1) will be the… Read More
