Visa Types

Visa Types & Categories to Apply for Saudi Arabia

Depending on the purpose and duration of your travel to Saudi Arabia, different types of visas will apply to the circumstance. Whether you plan to go on a visit, study, or work and reside there permanently, you will have to apply for a different Saudi Arabia Visa accordingly.

Saudi Arabia visa falls into four categories:

  • Short-term Visa
  • Long-term Visa
  • E-visa
  • Transit Visa

Each of the short-stay and long-stay categories has several subcategories according to the purpose of travel to Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia E-visa

The Saudi Arabia E-Visa is valid for one year and allows multiple entries in the country. You can stay up to 90 days each entry but no more than 180 days per year.

Nationals of the following countries may obtain an E-visa (online) or upon arrival at any of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ports of entry:

Andorra

France

Malta

Slovenia

Austria

Finland

Malaysia

Spain

Australia

Germany

Monaco

Switzerland

Belgium

Greece

Montenegro

South Korea

Bulgaria

Hungary

Netherlands

Singapur

Brunei

Iceland

New Zealand

Ukraine

Canada

Ireland

Norway

United Kingdom

Croatia

Italy

Poland

United States

Cyprus

Japan

Portugal

 

China (Hong Kong, Taipei, Macau)

Kazakhstan

Romania

 

Czech Republic

Latvia

Russia

 

Denmark

Lithuania

San Marino

 

Estonia

Luxembourg

Slovakia

 

 
Required Documents for Saudi Arabia E-visa

 

1. Online Application Form

  • Duly completed

2. Passport

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.

When you arrive in Saudi Arabia, you must present also:

  • Printed Saudi Arabia e-visa
  • Travel Itinerary including:
    • Flight reservation
    • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
  • A letter of invitation from a host or company/organization in Saudi Arabia (if applicable)

*You will provide your personal information on the website.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia E-visa Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia E-visa is 3-5 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia E-visa Fee

Saudi Arabia E-visa fee is 50-215 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia E-visa?

You can apply to a Saudi Arabia E-visa through this website.

 

Saudi Arabia Short-term Visa

Saudi Arabia Short-term Visa

You can apply for short-term visas for realizing your temporary travel to Saudi Arabia. Reasons to apply for this type of visa can be tourism, visiting family or friends, business trips, and many other non-permanent nuances. You can check all the required documents for each type of visa application, visa fees, processing time, and where to apply for a visa below.

You can apply for a Saudi Arabia visa through this website.
 


 

Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa

Saudi Arabia Tourist visa can be issued to a foreigner who has no residence or occupation in Saudi Arabia and whose primary aim of visiting Saudi Arabia is leisure, sightseeing, etc. The holders of a Tourist visa are eligible to perform in Umrah. The visa is valid for up to one full year (365 days) with a maximum duration of 90 days at one time and multiple entries.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Health Insurance

  • It must cover the duration of the stay in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

7. Proof of Accommodation

  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
  • In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

8. Travel Itinerary

  • Flight Reservation

9. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Employment)

  • The letter must include:
    • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
    • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
    • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
  • Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
  • Letter from University (if student)
  • Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

10. Proof of Financial Means

  • Personal bank statements, personal property, assets, etc

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Tourist visa is 3-7 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Tourist visa fee is 50-215 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Tourist visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Government Visa

Saudi Arabia Government visa can be issued to you by invitation of the government.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Government Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Proof of Accommodation

  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

7. Flight Itinerary

  • Flight Reservation

8. Proof of Professional Status

  • For example, employment contract, certificate of employment, extract from the trade and companies’ register, school attendance certificate, proof of pension

9. Proof of Financial Means

  • Personal bank statements, personal property, assets, etc

10. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

  • The letter must include:
    • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
    • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
    • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
  • Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
  • Letter from University (if student)
  • Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

11. Invitation Letter

  • Notice of visa approval issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or an electronic letter of invitation issued by the business in Saudi Arabia.
  • The corporation must sign this letter, seal and stamp by the Chamber of Commerce of Saudi Arabia.

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Government Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Government visa is 3-7 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Government Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Government visa fee is 50-215 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Government Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Government visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official Visa

Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official Visa allows you to participate in meetings, consultations, negotiations, exchange programs, other events held in Saudi Arabia by intergovernmental organizations.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card 

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Letter from the Department of State or the Relevant Embassy

  • Specifying the applicant’s name, title, position, purpose, and length of trip, and number of entries requested

7. Flight Itinerary

  • Flight Reservation

8. Proof of Accommodation

  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

9. Proof of Financial Means

  • Personal bank statements, personal property, assets, etc

10. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

  • The letter must include:
    • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
    • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
    • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
  • Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
  • Letter from University (if student)
  • Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official visa is 3-7 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official visa fee is 50-215 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Diplomatic and Official visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Business Visa

Saudi Arabia Business Visa allows its holder to engage in business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences, conducting or attending the training, conducting internal audits, installing equipment, or performing other temporary services for a client, local affiliate, or branch office.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Business Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Health Insurance

  • It must cover the duration of the stay in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

7. Invitation Letter

  • The document must be sealed, signed, and contain the full address and contact address of the receiving enterprise; name and position of the person signing the invitation letter; purpose and duration of the visit; the party who will cover the travel expenses.

8. Business Registration Certificate

  • Copy of the company’s business registration in Saudi Arabia and the applicant’s residing country

9. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

  • The letter must include:
    • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
    • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
    • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
  • Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
  • Letter from University (if student)
  • Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

10. Proof of Accommodation

  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Business Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Business visa is 3-7 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Business Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Business visa fee is 50-215 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Business Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Business visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa

Saudi Arabia Family Visit visa allows you to travel to Saudi Arabia to visit family and friends.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Proof of Kinship

  • Proof of relationship between the applicant and a family member:
    • Marriage certificate
    • Birth certificate etc.

7. For Minors:

  • Birth certificate or copy of the family book and notarized letter in Arabic or English signed by the holder(s) of parental authority in the forms required under local law, along with a copy of his/her/their identity document (if the minor is not traveling with his/her parents or guardian)
  • Letter of consent from parent/s or legal guardian/s, if travelling unaccompanied.

8. Proof of Financial Means

  • Personal bank statements, personal property, assets, etc

9. Proof of Accommodation

  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
  • In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

10. Proof of Visit

         If visiting: close relatives - spouse, children, parents (including guardians), grandparents:

  • Letter of invitation
    • Must be official. A scanned version is accepted at the time of application, but it is advisable to send the original by mail as the original will be required at the border.
  • Documents proving kinship
  • A document confirming the status of the inviting person in Saudi Arabia
  • If the invitee stays at the inviting person’s home, documents about the house (contract, payment for utilities, etc.)

         If visiting other relatives or friends:

  • Invitation letter
    • Must be official. A scanned version is accepted at the time of application, but it is advisable to send the original by mail as the original will be required at the border.
  • Documents proving kinship (if any)
  • If the invitee stays at the inviting person’s home, documents about the house (contract, payment for utilities, etc.)

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Family Visit visa is 3-7 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Family Visit visa fee is 50-215 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Family Visit visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa

Pilgrims (a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons) can obtain a Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa to visit Hajj.

Things that you need to know while travelling to Hajj:

  1. U.S. people residing in Saudi Arabia must travel to Hajj with Saudi government-approved sponsoring organizations.
  2. Foreign Muslim citizens of Saudi Arabia can perform the Hajj once every five years. Advance approval must be received from the Immigration Office and with the approval of the Saudi sponsor.
  3. Keep all travel documents during your trip. Make two copies of pages of your passport stamped with Saudi visas. Keep one of them at home and the other in a safe place while you are travelling.
  4. Do not travel to Saudi Arabia without prior accommodation or transport arrangements. You may face problems with Saudi immigration, and you may find it difficult to find the facilities available after you have arrived.
  5. Hajj visas are only valid for travel to and from the cities of Jeddah, Mecca, and Medina. These visas are not available for employment or citizenship. Unauthorized travel beyond these areas can result in infringements of immigration and penalties.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • The form must be signed and stamped by the authorized travel agency

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Proof of Kinship

  • Proof of the relationship if the applicant travels with his family:
    • Marriage Certificate
    • Birth Certificate etc.

5. Flight Itinerary

  • Confirmed roundtrip ticket

6. Proof of Vaccination

  • The applicant must submit proof of vaccination for meningitis and ACYW135
  • For infants and children up to 15 years of age, a vaccination report is required for polio as well as meningitis.
  • Children above 15 years of age should receive the same vaccine requested by adults.
  • The vaccine certificate should have been given no more than three years and no less than 10 days before the date of entry into Saudi Arabia.

7. Certified Checks or Cashier Checks

  • Each pilgrim should submit two certified checks or cashier checks payable to 'Unified Agents Office' in Jeddah for pilgrimage services (guides, Zamzam water agents, tent accommodation in Mina and Arafat, and transportation costs)
  • These checks should include the name and passport number of the pilgrim, the date and place of issue. Every applicant must pay the related fees. Pilgrims have the option to send one check to merge the two payments. Children between the ages of 7 and 15 can pay just half of the sum. Kids under the age of seven do not have to compensate.

Note: If the applicant has converted to Islam, an Islamic certificate must be presented, which must be notarized by an Islamic Center.

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Hajj visa is 3-5 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa Fee

Muslim pilgrims worldwide can obtain Hajj visas for free of charge from the Embassies or Consulates of Saudi Arabia.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Hajj visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 

Saudi Arabia Long-term Visa

Saudi Arabia Long-term Visa

Even if your country is exempt from visa requirements, if you intend to stay longer in Saudi Arabia, you will need to apply for a long-stay visa from your home country before coming to Saudi Arabia.

The long-term visa grants entry to Saudi Arabia on the basis that you will be applying for a residence permit. It enables you to enter Saudi Arabia as a potential resident and stay while you apply for residency.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Employment Visa

Foreign nationals who are Investors and senior management staff working in a joint venture, branch, or representative office or visiting a country to work under an employment agreement irrespective of their passport can apply for a Saudi Arabia Employment visa.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Employment Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Power of Attorney

  • Digital power of attorney from the Saudi employer generated by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs

7. Invitation Letter from the Saudi Company Sponsoring the Applicant

  • Certified by both the Saudi Chamber of Commerce and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • The letter must indicate the block visa number, date, position, and name of the applicant.
  • In submitting the letter through an embassy-approved visa service agency, the letter should include language authorizing the agency to finalize all visa requirements.

8. Proof of Professional Status

  • A copy of the employment contract, signed by the sponsor and the applicant and certified by the Saudi Chamber of Commerce and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

9. University Degree/Diploma

  • A certified and notarized copy of the applicant’s university degree/diploma, which must be authenticated by the Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission

10. Medical Certificate

  • A medical report in three copies with all lab results
  • 3 passport-sized photos on white background. 
  • Medical reports must be no more than three (3) months past the date of issuance.

11. Police Certificate

  • The police report, issued within six (6) months before the date of application, with detailed information about the applicant’s criminal record

12. Proof of Financial Means

  • Bank Statements of last 6 months

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Employment Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Employment visa is 7-21 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Employment Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Employment visa fee is 50-265 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Employment Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Employment visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

 


 

Saudi Arabia Student Visa

Foreign nationals who visit Saudi Arabia for study, training, and research can apply for Saudi Arabia Study Visa.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Student Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy 

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Birth Certificate

  • Applicant’s birth certificate (original and copy)

7. All Documents Submitted for Admission to an Educational Institution

  • This includes a certificate from an educational institution in your country, diploma, transcript, CV, motivation letter, etc

8. Medical Certificate

  • A medical report in three copies with all lab results
  • 3 passport-sized photos on white background. 
  • Medical reports must be no more than three (3) months past the date of issuance.

9. Police Certificate

  • The police report, issued within six (6) months before the date of application, with detailed information about the applicant’s criminal record

10. Proof of Accommodation

  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
  • In case of staying at a private house, submit a copy of the house owner’s resident card (both front and backside) and fill out the address on the application form.

11. Confirmed University Admission

  • Admission letter issued by an educational institution (school/college/university) accredited in Saudi Arabia
    • Must state language of instruction
    • Must contain the start and end dates of the course

12. Proof of Visit

  • Personalized invitation letter from the inviting institution in Saudi Arabia

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Student Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Student visa is 7-21 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Student Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Student visa fee is 50-265 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Student Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Student visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Saudi Arabia Transit Visa

Saudi Arabia Transit Visa will be granted to travellers whose itinerary includes a stop-over in the territory of Saudi Arabia.

You don't need a transit visa, if:

  • Within 12 hours, you have a confirmed onward flight ticket to a third country, and you are not leaving the international airport.
  • You are travelling via the international airport of Dammam (DMM), Jeddah (JED), or Riyadh (RUH).
  • For your final destination, you have a valid visa or residency permit or are visa-free.

 

Required Documents for Saudi Arabia Transit Visa

 

1.  Application Form

  • Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

  • The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
  • It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 coloured, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
  • Try to avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

  • If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Flight Itinerary

  • Confirmed flight ticket (Onward ticket to your next destination)

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

 

Processing Time for Saudi Arabia Transit Visa

The average processing time for a Saudi Arabia Transit visa is 3-5 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

 

Saudi Arabia Transit Visa Fee

Saudi Arabia Transit visa fee is 80 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

 

Where to Apply for Saudi Arabia Transit Visa?

You will apply for a Saudi Arabia Transit visa in Saudi Arabia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

FAQ

Do I have to print my e-Visa when I arrive?

You won't need to show a hard copy of your visa because your visa will be electronically linked to our system. However, we recommend that you keep a soft copy stored on your mobile device.

Can I apply for a visa as a solo female traveler?

Yes, women are allowed to visit Saudi Arabia as solo travelers.

When can I apply for a Hajj visa?

You can apply for Hajj visas from Mid-Shawwal until 25th Dhual-Qa'dah of each year.

What is the fee for the Hajj Visa?

  • Umrah and Hajj visas are free of charge.
  • For Hajj, it is necessary to pay two checks to cover the cost of the guides, the Zamzam Water Agents, the tent accommodation in Mina and Arafat, and the cost of transport.
  • You may ask the nearest Saudi Arabia Consulate/Embassy about the current level of these charges.

What is the demographic eligibility for Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa?

You must be 18 years of age or older. For travelers under 18 years of age, a person over 18 years of age must be a guardian when applying for a visa.

Can a solo female visit Hajj?

You must travel with a Mahram (a male relative) and submit proof of kinship.

Can children join their parents in visiting Hajj?

Kids are allowed to accompany their parents. Parents should include their names in the parent's passport and attach their birth certificates when applying for a visa. Children and women under 45 should be accompanied by a Mahram (a male relative).

Do I get my fee refunded in case of my Saudi Arabia visa refusal?

No. Saudi Arabia application fee covers the handling of the application, regardless of the result.

What is the local currency in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Riyal is the currency of Saudi Arabia. 1 USD equals to 3,75 SR.

Do I need medical insurance to apply for a Saudi Arabia visit visa?

The visa includes health insurance that covers up to SAR 100,000 (26,657 USD).