Interior Ministry launches 'Absher Safar for Visitors' for land border arrivals

The Ministry of Interior announced today the launch of the 'Absher Safar for Visitors' service for those entering the Kingdom through all land border crossings, including citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council countries and visitors of other nationalities.

The ministry explained that the service is available electronically via the Absher app, in partnership with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority, the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, the Communications, Space and Technology Commission, the Insurance Authority, the General Directorate of Passports, and Public Security.

The service aims to automate and simplify entry procedures for travelers and their vehicles by allowing them to complete travel formalities and requirements digitally before arriving at the border. This includes registering traveler and vehicle information and finalizing vehicle insurance.

The ministry stated that visitors can use the service by accessing 'Absher Safar for Visitors' on the app before their trip, selecting their nationality, entering their mobile number and document type, choosing the border crossing and expected travel date, and then completing traveler, vehicle, and insurance details.

The Ministry of Interior confirmed that the service will become mandatory six months from the launch date, as part of efforts to enhance the quality of electronic services provided to visitors and improve their experience at land border crossings.

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