Saudi grants citizenship to doctors, researchers, other exceptional global talents

Saudi Arabia has approved granting of citizenship to a diverse group of professionals, including scientists, doctors, researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs, who are exceptional in their respective fields, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

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"The announcement is made in line with the Royal decree to grant Saudi citizenships to experts and exceptional global talents with unique competencies in religious, medical, scientific, cultural, sports, and technological fields, contributing to the development of various sectors throughout the Kingdom. It is also in support of achieving Saudi (Vision 2030) goal of creating an attractive environment that enables attracting, investing in and retaining exceptional creative minds,” the SPA reported.

The Royal decree is an extension of the Kingdom's interest in attracting distinguished talents in the fields of economic development, health, culture, sport, and innovation.

A similar Royal decree was issued in 2021 to grant Saudi citizenship to select experts of these fields.

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