Tourism Specialist
أخصائي سياحة
Compliance Risk Score
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- Updated for 2026 classification
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📌 Description
SSCO 263211: Tourism Specialist. Requires Bachelor degree in Travel, tourism and leisure. Iqama, Nitaqat, and skill classification for Saudi Arabia 2026.
📋 Job Summary
Participate in planning and implementing the tourism promotion campaigns in coordination with tourism and travel offices and hotels; evaluate the effectiveness of tourism promotion plans and programs; collect the data and information related to the challenges and difficulties facing tourism and tourism services; study the alternative solutions; and prepare, present and keep the specialized documents and reports related to tourism field.
🎓 Education Requirements
Level: Bachelor degree
Field: Travel, tourism and leisure
🛠️ Key Skills
Team Work
📊 Classification Hierarchy
Major group: Professionals
Minor group: Social and religious professionals
Unit: Sociologists, anthropologists and related professionals
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Classified as High-Skilled
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FAQ
What is SSCO code 263211?
SSCO code 263211 refers to the occupation 'Tourism Specialist' in the Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations, based on ISCO-08. It is used for work permits, visa applications, and labor market statistics.
What education is required for Tourism Specialist?
Education requirements vary. Check the detailed occupation profile for SSCO 263211 to see the recommended education level and field of study.
Data source: General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) — SSIC/SSCO 2026 Edition.
This data is cross-checked with Qiwa, HRSD, and ZATCA portals to ensure accuracy for business compliance.