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Your trip plan
A step-by-step plan for Riyadh — built backwards from the goal: arrive prepared, do the expo well, get back. Event dates: September 5, 2026 – September 7, 2026.
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Visa & entry
If you need a visa, start the process well before September 5, 2026 — processing can take several weeks.
Many nationalities can apply online for a Saudi tourist e-Visa (or get visa on arrival), which also covers business-visitor travel for events; others need a visa from a Saudi mission. Confirm eligibility on the official Saudi visa portal before travel.
General guidance only — always confirm requirements with the official embassy/consulate for your nationality.
Flights
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) — ~35km to centre
1–2 weeks out
Connectivity & money
stc, Mobily and Zain tourist SIMs at RUH arrivals (passport required)
eSIM: Airalo and similar eSIMs cover Saudi Arabia
Plug: Type G (UK 3-pin); some Type A/B sockets · 230V / 60Hz
Saudi Riyal (SAR)
Cards and contactless (mada) are accepted almost everywhere; carry a little cash for souqs.
Pack for the weather — September
High ~40°C · Low ~27°C
Very hot, dry early autumn.
Light, loose, modest clothing and sun protection; move between air-conditioned spaces during the day.
Register
Lock in your pass before you travel.
Register to attend →Save before you go
📿 A prayer-times app, or use the venue timetable in Phase 3 below.
🆘 Emergency: 911 · Police 999
During the expo
Airport → venue & getting around
The Riyadh Metro (six driverless lines, opened 2024) plus a city bus network now cover much of the capital; ride-hailing fills the gaps.
The Darb card/app pays for the Riyadh Metro and city buses.
Careem and Uber are the simplest option; the city is large and car-oriented, so factor in distances.
Eat — halal near the venue
Programme — what to catch
Speakers to catch: Prof. Henrik von Scheel, Dr. Maha Tahiri, Mathias Behn Bjornhof, Dr. Timothy Graham
Prayer at the venue
| Day | Fajr | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 5 Sep | 04:18 | 11:52 | 15:20 | 18:08 | 19:20 |
| Sun 6 Sep | 04:19 | 11:52 | 15:20 | 18:07 | 19:19 |
| Mon 7 Sep | 04:19 | 11:51 | 15:20 | 18:06 | 19:18 |
Approximate (Muslim World League method) — confirm locally on the day.
A spare evening
At-Turaif District, Diriyah
Diriyah
Salwa Palace, Diriyah
At-Turaif, Diriyah
Masmak Fortress
Ad-Dirah, Old Riyadh
Imam Turki bin Abdullah Grand Mosque
Qasr Al Hokm, Old Riyadh
King Abdulaziz Historical Centre
Murabba, central Riyadh
The reason you came
Must-see at the show
Food Forward Summit · TawaSul Meetings Programme
Speakers: Prof. Henrik von Scheel, Dr. Maha Tahiri, Mathias Behn Bjornhof, Dr. Timothy Graham
Is this for you?
This event is aimed at: Halal certification bodies, Food & beverage manufacturers, Foodservice & HORECA buyers, Logistics & cold-chain providers, Importers, distributors & wholesalers, Retail & procurement buyers.
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Travel info sources: https://www.visitsaudi.com · https://visa.mofa.gov.sa · https://www.rcrc.gov.sa