Saudi Arabia reopens to tourists August 1
Saudi Arabia will reopen to tourists from August 1, state news agency SPA reported on Thursday (July 29).
The Kingdom shut its borders 17 months ago, in February last year, as part of efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19.
From August 1, fully-vaccinated tourists with proof of a negative PCR test will not have to quarantine.
Free, in under 30 seconds
Join thousands of professionals reading Salaam Gateway — the Global Islamic Economy Gateway.
Already a member? Sign in
- 5 free articles every month
- Weekly Islamic-economy newsletter
- Save articles to read later