Saudi Arabia to Launch 'Visa by Profile' for Faster Travel Access

  • 15/11/2025

Saudi Arabia has unveiled an innovative "Visa by Profile" program that will enable faster visit visa processing for qualified credit card holders. The system, announced during the first Tourism Forum in Riyadh, represents the world's first such automated visa scheme and is scheduled for implementation next month.

The initiative will streamline visa procedures for eligible international travelers by using passport and credit card information to automatically process Saudi visit visas. Designed to boost tourist arrivals, the program integrates digital systems across government agencies, airports, credit bureaus, and banking institutions to create a fully automated visa issuance process. This approach eliminates traditional application procedures for qualified applicants, making travel to Saudi Arabia more accessible while maintaining security standards through digital verification systems.

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