Vacation plans always start with obtaining a visa. But what if we tell you that you won’t need it if you already got a multiple entry visa earlier? Yes, it’s true! Saudi nationals can now enter three Balkan countries by the end of this year without needing a visa for those specific countries. So what are you waiting for? Saudi nationals, plan an itinerary and travel to Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro now!
Saudi nationals can now travel to these 3 countries without needing a specific visa
Citizens of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Thailand can travel and enter Albania without a visa, for the period from April 20, 2023 to December 31, 2023, with a valid passport.https://t.co/Uzk63OJ1kS pic.twitter.com/MlHGMmsM9o
– Albania in Saudi Arabia (@AlEmbassyKSA) April 20, 2023
It seems that 2023 is turning out to be a beneficial year for Saudi citizens. From new tourist attractions to visa-free countries, Saudi nationals enjoy the benefits in general. Until the end of 2023, Saudi citizens can travel to the following countries without a country-specific visa, according to the Saudi Embassy in Tirana. Let’s classify the countries for a better understanding.
1. Albania
Saudi citizens can travel to Albania without a visa until the end of December (31) of the current year.
2. Kosovo
Likewise, Saudi nationals can now plan vacations to Kosovo throughout the year.
3. Montenegro
Until October 31 next year, Saudi nationals will also be allowed to enter Montenegro without a visa, but only if they visit and depart as part of a tourist group.
However, there is a condition to enter this country! Another entry requirement is the requirement that Saudi nationals take a direct flight from Saudi Arabia to enter Montenegro. Proof of accommodation costs paid and a return ticket to the Kingdom must be accompanied by tourists.
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Applicable only to existing Schengen, UK or US visa users
But there is a common link between entry into these three countries. The embassy stressed that citizens can enter the three countries listed above with a Schengen visa, a US visa, a UK visa or an Australian visa. We’re not done yet! These visas mentioned above are only eligible when they are multiple entry and have already been used.
So, if you already have this mentioned visa, you can skip the chase and fly directly to the above-mentioned Balkan countries from Saudi Arabia.
We believe this is a profitable deal for Saudi tourists planning a short trip abroad this year.
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