About GEA
GEA in tandem with
Saudi Vision 2030
The General Entertainment Authority was established by Royal Decree No. (A/133) on May 7, 2016, to regulate and develop the entertainment sector to be a self-sustaining industry, in cooperation with relevant government authorities and the private sector. Through our ambitious strategy, we avidly work to improve the quality of life for everyone while also contributing to economic development through creating investment opportunities and thousands of jobs to fulfill the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Vision
Promote social and economic growth throughout a world-class, self-sustaining entertainment industry
Mission
Cultivate Saudi entertainment through clear-cut strategies and expedient regulations to introduce inspiring offerings.
Objectives
the entertainment sector, diversify entertainment options and support national economy
Latest News
News
GEA Issues 969 Permits for National Day 93 Events
September 28, 2023
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Enjoy Portal: Over 44m Visitors and Growing
September 25, 2023
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Riyadh Residents Celebrate Saudi National Day 93 with Spectacular Air Shows and a Military Parade
September 23, 2023
Entertainment Portal
Your Easy Ticket Into The Entertainment Business
The Entertainment Portal is a digital platform through which investors can easily process the paperwork needed for entertainment activities and services. The portal streamlines the process for obtaining licenses, permits, and accreditation, and for submitting grievances, enquiries, and follow-up requests. Requirements and guidelines for operating in the sector can be accessed via the portal.
Never miss an event with Enjoy Saudi
Explore Saudi Arabia’s entertainment scene through this interactive events calendar. Enjoy Saudi will provide you with all the information regarding activities and events taking place around Saudi Arabia, all year long. You can also book your ticket for events through links available on the webpage.
Entertainment Sector
This guide directs investors to the financing facilities offered through GEA to fund entertainment projects. By directly supporting private enterprises undertaking Saudi entertainment projects [...]
The guide includes a list of service providers authorized by GEA to offer booking and ticketing services for entertainment facilities. This includes marketing and selling tickets online or through POS terminals.[...]
A unified source for all regulations and laws related to the entertainment sector, the page is regularly updated to include the latest guidelines issued by GEA [...]