Saudi Arabia's tourism jobs see major growth

Saudi Arabia recorded the second-largest global improvement since 2019 in the development of the tourism and travel sector, according to the World Economic Forum's 2026 index. This progress is attributed to expanded employment and skill development programs related to the tourism industry. The number of tourism-related jobs in the kingdom reached approximately 1.03 million in 2025, with the percentage of women working in the sector rising to around 47%. However, the report warns that skills shortages and gaps could hinder the sector's future growth, especially in light of the national goal to increase employment and develop leadership. It emphasizes the need for training programs to keep pace with rapid tourism expansion. Additionally, the global study projects that the demand-supply gap for tourism workers will exceed 43 million jobs by 2035, with an average gap rate of 16%. On the global ranking, Saudi Arabia positioned 29th out of 110 economies, advancing three spots from 2024. The focus remains on developing human capital to maintain the sector’s competitiveness.

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