Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has blocked seven online platforms that offered tourism services without meeting regulatory requirements, Saudi Gazette reported on 8 October. The services included domestic Umrah packages and excursions.
The ministry said the action was coordinated with relevant authorities and formed part of its monitoring of online travel activity. Spokesperson Nasr Al-Ansari urged tourists and Umrah pilgrims to use licensed platforms and travel offices to protect their rights and service quality.
Source: Saudi Gazette — report published 8 October 2026.
Image: Ministry of Tourism image via Saudi Gazette.
