Saudi Arabia Sees 32% Surge in Tourism Licenses

The Ministry of Tourism recorded a growth of 32% in the number of licenses issued for travel and tourism services across Saudi Arabia by the end of 2024, reaching a total of 2,853, compared to 2023.
 Preliminary data from 2024 shows that Riyadh Region issued the most licenses, with a total of 955. This was followed by Makkah Region with 792 licenses, Eastern Region with 472, Madinah Region with 191, and Qassim Region with 116 licenses.
 The Tourism Law defines travel and tourism services as arranging, organizing, and providing tourism-related services, including tours, ticket sales, visa assistance, and hospitality bookings.
 Official spokesperson for the Ministry of Tourism Mohammed Al-Rasasimah stated that this increase in licenses reflects the ministry's commitment to supporting tourism operators and enhancing service quality to meet the needs of the growing number of domestic and international tourists.