If you are a fan of sporting events like motor race or concerts, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia should be in your bucket list! Starting December, the kingdom will start to offer an electronic visa to foreign visitors who want to attend sporting events and concerts in the said country.
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This is one of the changes Saudi will implement before the end of the year.
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Allowing more tourist in the conservative country is a part of economic reform with an aim to increase the total tourism spending in the country both by local citizens and foreigners.
According to the General Sports Authority (GSA), the "sharek" visa process will be introduced in time for a motor race on December 15. The new visa would grant holders "free mobility within specific Saudi territories, during, before and after an event.
However, the holy cities of Mecca and Medina remain off-limits for non-Muslims. Interested applicants may apply online for 14-days visitors visa for 640 riyals and may enter from any port of entry.
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