Saudi inbound tourists to rise 67%
A report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) shows that Saudi Arabia's tourism sector experienced rapid growth between 2019 and 2025. The number of international tourists increased by 67%, from 17.5 million to 29.3 million visitors, surpassing pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels. Additionally, revenue from inbound tourists reached 176.6 billion Riyals, a 5% increase compared to 2024. This contributed to a rise in tourism's share of the gross domestic product (GDP), which reached 5.2% in 2026, and led to the creation of over a million jobs, with women making up 47% of the workforce. The ambitious policies undertaken by the Kingdom to develop the sector aim to enhance its resilience and sustainability, supporting economic growth and diversifying sources of income.
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