Saudi Arabia Seeks to Facilitate Citizens’ Visa-Free Entry to Schengen Countries

The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)
The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Seeks to Facilitate Citizens’ Visa-Free Entry to Schengen Countries

The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)
The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs discussed with European officials the procedures of facilitating the entry of Saudi citizens to the Schengen countries without the need to acquire a visa.

The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, met with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos, and his team.

The two officials discussed the relations between Saudi Arabia and the European Union and the ways to enhance them.

The team held a meeting in Riyadh, chaired by the Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular Affairs Ambassador Tamim al-Dosari and Giotakos, to discuss the necessary procedures to facilitate the entry of Saudi citizens to the Schengen countries without the need to obtain a prior visa.

The two sides affirmed the will to deepen cooperation and consultation to serve the common interests between Saudi Arabia and the European Union countries.



Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Its Commitment to Promoting Global Peace, Security

 Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Its Commitment to Promoting Global Peace, Security

 Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA

Saudi Arabia's cabinet reaffirmed the Kingdom's commitment to promoting global peace and security and emphasized the importance of dialogue in resolving international crises. This came during Tuesday's session chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session in Riyadh.
The Cabinet reviewed recent talks held by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud with leaders of several brotherly and friendly nations. The discussions, part of ongoing close relations and consultations, focused on various regional and international issues.
The Cabinet expressed gratitude to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his positive remarks, conveyed in a phone call with the Crown Prince, regarding Saudi Arabia's role in hosting fruitful talks between Russia and the United States.
Following the session, the Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and Acting Minister of Media, Dr. Essam bin Saad bin Saeed told the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) that the Cabinet reviewed the outcomes of Saudi Arabia's participation in recent regional and international meetings, part of the Kingdom's ongoing support for multilateral efforts that promote sustainable development, prosperity, and address shared global challenges.
The Cabinet expressed hope that the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum will contribute to unifying efforts and developing innovative solutions for enhancing humanitarian response in light of increasing global disasters and crises. The Cabinet highlighted the Kingdom's longstanding commitment to providing aid and relief to those in need worldwide.
The Cabinet commended the success of the first annual global AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, co-organized by Saudi Arabia and the International Monetary Fund. It highlighted the conference's strategic vision, which promotes international cooperation and paves the way for a promising global economic future.
Dr. Bin Saeed stated that the Cabinet deemed the Kingdom's presidency of the World Trade Organization's General Council (2025-2026) as confirmation of its international standing and leadership role in strengthening partnerships and achieving constructive outcomes toward a more efficient, sustainable, and inclusive global trading system.
The Cabinet also noted the broad international participation in the fourth Saudi Media Forum held in Riyadh and the launch of initiatives including programs to enhance media business incubators and accelerators, support financial and regulatory transformation, foster talent development, and adopt modern technologies.