Visa
Saudi Arabia's official tourism portal currently offers eVisa access to eligible nationalities. Check passport validity, photo requirements and eligibility before booking non-refundable travel.
Step-by-step Saudi eVisa guide →International visitors
First time in Riyadh?
The practical things to sort before Kingdom of Gaming: visa, airport transport, mobile data, money, clothing and your event-day route.
Saudi Arabia1–3 Dec 2026Visitor checklist
Last checked: 21 September 2026
Airport & transport
King Khalid International Airport offers Uber, Careem, official taxis and Metro access. First-time visitors should use designated pickup points and avoid informal transport offers.
Riyadh transportation guide →Mobile data
Arrange roaming, an eSIM or a local SIM before you depend on ride-hailing and maps. Keep your hotel address saved offline as backup.
Payments
Bring a card suitable for international use and keep a small cash backup. Check foreign transaction fees with your bank before departure.
December clothing
Riyadh days are usually comfortable in December, but evenings can feel cool. A light jacket is useful, especially after late event sessions.
Local etiquette
Saudi public-decorum rules ask visitors to dress modestly and respect local customs in public places.
Official public decorum guidance ↗48-hour checklist
Before you fly.
Save these items on your phone even if you expect to have data.
✓ Passport + visa/entry confirmation
✓ Hotel address
✓ Kingdom of Gaming registration QR/email
✓ RECC Malham saved in maps
✓ Ride-hailing app installed
✓ Mobile data plan
✓ Bank travel settings checked
✓ Light jacket for evenings
Airport to event
Don't assume the metro goes to the venue.
Riyadh Metro is useful for the airport and city, but RECC Malham is outside the core metro network. Unless the organizer publishes a dedicated shuttle, plan road transport for the final leg.
Official sources