An agreement between Turkey and Saudi Arabia exempting holders of diplomatic and special passports from visa requirements has come into force.
The decision was published in the Official Gazette with the signature of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. It was noted that the agreement was signed in Ankara on May 6, 2026.
The approval decision was made pursuant to Article 18 of the Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection and Articles 2 and 3 of Presidential Decree No. 9.
The text states that, considering the special relations between the two countries and efforts to develop bilateral ties, a regulation was made in accordance with the principle of reciprocity.
It was noted that the agreement is structured in 12 articles, reflecting the mutual desire to facilitate the mobility process of citizens of both countries.