Visa

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Saudi Arabia, Russia sign agreement on mutual visa exemption

Mon, 01 Dec 2025

Saudi Arabia and Russia signed a mutual visa exemption allowing citizens with any passport type to enter visa-free for tourism, business, or family visits. Stays of up to 90 consecutive or non-consecutive days per year are permitted for travellers from both countries.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

TOURISE launches ‘Visa by Profile’ Initiative to streamline travel for millions

Sun, 16 Nov 2025

TOURISE announced during its inaugural conference an initiative titled “Visa by Profile” — the first of its kind. The initiative enables eligible Visa cardholders interested in visiting Saudi Arabia to receive expedited visa processing.

Retail & Wholesale

Saudi Arabia tops region in cross-channel shopping: Visa study

Mon, 06 Oct 2025

Saudi Arabia is emerging as one of the most dynamic and connected retail markets in the world, with the Kingdom’s consumers leading in cross‑channel shopping, according to the 2025 Global Digital Shopping Index, commissioned by Visa Acceptance Solutions.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Visa, Museum of the Future renew partnership with new pass

Wed, 07 Jan 2026

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, announced the renewal of its partnership with Dubai’s Museum of the Future. Tourists using their Visa cards will receive curated offers at the museum, including a 10% discount on Pioneer (VIP) Passes and guaranteed general admission entry.