Saudi Arabia has launched a new ‘instant visa’ scheme to support entrepreneurs setting up new businesses in the kingdom.

“We are pleased to announce the launch of the entrepreneurship instant visas for new establishments, through ‘Qiwa’ platform,” said Ahmed Alrajhi, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development on twitter.

“This initiative will have an important role in supporting entrepreneurs, and stimulating business growth to provide investment opportunities, which will contribute to creating sustainable job opportunities for citizens of the country,” he added.

Last year, the Saudi Cabinet approved a visa system that offers special residency permits for investors and skilled expatriates, in a move that aimed to draw talent and investments into the kingdom.

(Writing by Nada Al Rifai, editing by Seban Scaria)

(nada.rifai@refinitiv.com )

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