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Become an STM 2026 Hosted Buyer

A curated programme connecting qualified international buyers with 250+ exhibitors from 40 countries.

What is the STM Hosted Buyer Programme?

The Saudi Travel Market Hosted Buyer Programme is designed for qualified senior
travel professionals with direct purchasing authority.

Selected buyers will participate in a curated B2B programme designed to generate
high-value business connections during STM 2026.

This is a semi-hosted programme.

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Important Notice

Submitting this form does not guarantee acceptance into the Hosted Buyer Programme.

Applications will be reviewed and selected based on strict qualification criteria.

Only 100 international buyers will be selected.

Qualification Criteria

To be considered, applicants must:

  • Be a senior decision-maker with direct contracting authority
    • Represent an active travel company (Tour Operator, DMC, OTA, Corporate Travel, MICE, Luxury Travel)
    • Use an official company email (no personal emails accepted)
    • Provide company website and registration details
    • Demonstrate annual outbound travel volume
    • Hold a valid visa that permits entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (either a valid Saudi visa, or a valid and previously used US, Schengen, or UK visa that qualifies for entry into Saudi Arabia).
    • Be willing to attend minimum 8 pre-scheduled meetings
    • Be present at the exhibition for minimum 2 full days
    • Agree to all programme commitments
Programme Benefits (For Approved Buyers)

• 3-night stay at an official 4-star partner hotel (including breakfast)
• Daily transfers between partner hotel and exhibition venue

  • Pre-scheduled B2B meetings
    • Invitation to STM Gala Dinner
    • Full exhibition access
    • Priority networking support

Flights and airport transfers are not included.

Participation Fee: USD 300 (Non-refundable – commitment based)

Hosted Buyer Commitments

Approved Hosted Buyers must:

  • Attend minimum 8 pre-scheduled B2B meetings
    • Complete their company profile in full
    • Respect confirmed appointment schedules
    • Rate meetings in the official STM meeting system
    • Attend mandatory networking events (if applicable)
    • Complete post-show feedback survey

Failure to comply may result in exclusion from future STM editions.