Saudi Arabia Awards Premium Residency Visas to Global Entrepreneurs at Biban Forum 2025

Over 100 innovators from more than 20 countries receive premium residency as the Kingdom strengthens its drive to attract global talent and boost entrepreneurship.

Saudi Arabia has awarded premium residency visas to more than 100 entrepreneurs from over 20 countries during the Biban Forum 2025, marking a major step in the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its position as a global hub for innovation and investment.

The initiative, launched under the Kingdom’s broader Vision 2030 transformation strategy, aims to empower business leaders and creative minds to establish and expand their ventures within Saudi Arabia, contributing to the nation’s economic diversification goals.

The recipients of the premium residency visas represent a diverse mix of industries — including technology, sustainability, healthcare, and finance — reflecting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive business environment.

Officials emphasized that the program not only encourages long-term investment but also provides entrepreneurs with the freedom to own property, run businesses, and live in the Kingdom without a sponsor, positioning Saudi Arabia as a preferred destination for global innovators.

The Biban Forum, one of the region’s leading entrepreneurship and SME platforms, continues to serve as a catalyst for collaboration between public and private sectors. It provides a vital stage for startups, investors, and policymakers to exchange ideas and shape the future of the Kingdom’s business landscape.

This year’s awards underscore Saudi Arabia’s growing reputation as a land of opportunity — one that celebrates visionaries who contribute to building a knowledge-based, diversified economy for future generations.