Saudi Arabia Launches Tourist VAT Refund Program: Claim 15% Rebate On Shopping
Introduction
Saudi Arabia has officially started a VAT refund program for non-resident tourists and GCC nationals, allowing eligible visitors to reclaim 15% VAT on qualifying purchases via 1,442 ap...
August 06, 20250274Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Public Schools Return To Two‑Semester Academic Year In 2025
Introduction
The Saudi government will transition public schools from a three-semester to a two-semester academic year beginning in 2025 (1447/1448 Hijri), after Cabinet approval. This follows fe...
August 06, 20250435Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Student Fatally Stabbed In Cambridge Park, Two Arrested
A **Saudi student** was **fatally stabbed** in a **park near Cambridge**, UK, police confirmed. Two suspects have been arrested as investigations by **Cambridgeshire Police** continue.
Incident Det...
August 04, 20250536Category: Crime News
Saudi Tourist Drowns In Lake Geneva: Consulate Arranges Body Repatriation
A Saudi tourist drowned in Lake Geneva, Switzerland, the Saudi Consulate in Geneva confirmed on Sunday. Local authorities are cooperating fully to finalize arrangements for the repatriation of the vic...
August 04, 20250532Category: Accidents
Riyadh Rolls Out Self‑Driving Taxis In Smart Mobility Pilot
Saudi Arabia has launched a groundbreaking 12-month pilot of self-driving taxis at seven key Riyadh locations—part of its Vision 2030 smart transport drive.
🚖 Pilot Launch & Strategic ...
July 24, 202501417Category: BUSINESS
What Is Saudization (Nitaqat)? What Job Seekers, Expats & Employers Must Know
Saudization or Nitaqat is a national strategy launched by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. It requires private-sector companies to hire a specified percent...
July 18, 202501181Category: Saudi Arabia