The spokesperson for Saudi Airlines (Saudia), Abdullah Al-Shahrani, said that the number of international flights will increase by 40% in 2023 and half a million seats will be added for domestic flights.
In his telephonic interview with Al-Sharq TV, Al-Shahrani explained that ten new aircraft will be received to keep pace with growth in 2023, and other aircraft will be received in years to come.
7 out of 10 aircraft are Airbus 321neos, while 3 are Boeings.
According to Al-Shahrani, international flights will be increased by 40% this year, and domestic flights will be increased by half a million seats.
Also, Al-Shahrani revealed to Okaz that a new service will be launched shortly, which is the issuance of a tourist visa without any fees when purchasing tickets, for those coming to Saudi Arabia for tourism and Umrah, as long as the visa does not exceed four days in duration.
Saudi Airlines' spokesman noted that the activation of digital infrastructure will enable travelers to obtain a tourist visa upon buying a ticket as part of the Saudi Vision 2030.
This visa will allow those coming to Saudi Arabia to move around, attend events, meetings, and parties, as well as perform Umrah. Saudi Airlines worked with several departments such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, and the program serving Rahman's guests.
SOURCE : SAUDI EXPATRIATES
