Saudi Arabia To Grant E-Visas To Esports World Cup Attendees

The Esports World Cup Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Tourism, has announced the introduction of electronic visas (e-visas) for ticket holders of the Esports World Cup. This event, set to take place in Riyadh for the first time, will run from July 3 to August 25.

Visitors to the Esports World Cup can engage in a variety of activities that blend sports, entertainment, education, culture, and creativity. These activities will be hosted by Boulevard Riyadh City and are designed to be suitable for all family members.

The initiative aims to simplify entry procedures for those attending the tournament and ensure the success of international events hosted by Saudi Arabia. Interested individuals can visit the Esports World Cup website at https://esportsworldcup.com/ for more details about the tournament and its events.

Additionally, visitors can apply for a visa through the "Saudi Visa" national visa platform at https://ksavisa.sa/visa/tourism/ESport/apply. This platform offers a 90-day single-entry visa online.

The event will feature over 1,500 players from 500 elite international clubs competing in 22 tournaments. The total financial prizes amount to over $60 million, marking the highest prize pool in the sector's history.

The Esports World Cup aligns with one of the pillars of the National Gaming and Esports Strategy. This strategy was launched by HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia.

Promoting Global Reach

The event aims to enhance Saudi Arabia's global standing as a premier gaming and electronic-sports destination. It also seeks to promote tourism, diversify the economy, and develop promising sectors according to Vision 2030.

This initiative underscores the vital role of gaming and esports in fostering communication between societies and promoting global reach.

For more information about participating in this landmark event or obtaining an e-visa, visit https://esportsworldcup.com/ or apply directly at https://ksavisa.sa/visa/tourism/ESport/apply.

With inputs from SPA