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Massage Services Have Been Banned Everywhere In Saudi Except One Specific Place
Reports confirm that in-house massage services are now banned in Saudi Arabia, in all hotels, furnished apartments and other tourist accommodation.
The only exception to this, according to Arab News, are establishments with a four-star rating or higher.
The Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) confirmed the news adding that specific requirements and a clear criteria in the fields of safety and discipline can continue with massage services, in addition to being a four-star rating and higher.
Venues for massage services have to obtain a license
So massage venues that want to be able to service legally must obtain statutory licenses from proper related government agencies.
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