Country Information
History
The Saudi Arabian state was first established in the central region of the Arabian Peninsula in the early 18th century.
Facts & Figures
Brief introductions to various aspects of Saudi Arabia, including information on traditional business hours, holidays, currency and the national flag.
The Embassy and Travel
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Visa Information Requirements and forms for obtaining visas, as well as information on services for Saudi nationals. |
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Traveler’s Information The place to start if considering travel to Saudi Arabia. |
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Map of Provinces & Governors Saudi Arabia is divided into 13 provinces, each with a capital city and governor. |
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Hajj Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam and the most significant manifestation of Islamic faith and unity. |
Multimedia
Several multimedia programs are available that may help you better understand the country of Saudi Arabia, our culture and our people. We offer these programs in the following groupings:
Important Issues to
Saudi Arabia
Over recent years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been confronted with what many consider its greatest challenge: achieving modernity without surrendering its heritage, faith, or culture. Seventy-five years ago, Saudi Arabia did not exist; today, it is a nation marked by sophisticated political, legal, and financial systems, with a culture rich in history and deep in faith.
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Media
Newspapers, magazines, wires, radio, television |
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Islam
Islamic affairs, Hajj news, Islam-related sites |
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Government
Ministries, embassies, offices in Saudi Arabia |
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Education
Universities, academies, schools, research centers |
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Commerce
Companies, councils |
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Banking
Islamic banks, Saudi banks |
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Society
Foundations, charities, clubs, federations |
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United States
Institutes, councils, government departments |
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Cities
Riyadh |
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Sports
Soccer, squash |