Visa Types for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Visit the Saudi official website ksavisa.sa for an up-to-date information on visa requirements.
Application process is very simple , also you can easily track and explore your application's status.
Requirements for each application varies, read thoroughly before submitting an application.
We have not included following information as they are subject to change with short notice:
- Visa fees
- Visa requirements
- Insurance costs
- Visa processing times
- How long is the visa valid for
- Single or Multiple entries allowed
- Maximum duration of stay per visit
- List of eligible countries
VISIT (e-Visa)
e-Visa is an electronic visa that allows eligible foreign nationals to enter Saudi Arabia for Visiting Family and Friends, Tourism, Medical, Business, Umrah, and for other approved purposes excluding Hajj. It's a digital visa, eliminating the need for a physical visa stamp or a visa sticker in the passport. This can be applied online before traveling or for some visitor/pilgrims of eligible countries e-Visa can be obtained upon arrival at the airport.
UMRAH VISA
Pilgrims can apply through authorised travel agents or the Nusuk e-visa platform. Key requirements for Umrah visa include a valid passport (minimum validity 6 months from arrival date in KSA), proof of accommodation for the full duration of stay in Makkah and Madinah booked through the Nusuk Masar platform or via authorised Umrah agents, and relevant health documents.
Electronic Visa Waiver
Electronic visa waiver allows eligible visitors of United Kingdom to apply to visa waiver request to be able to enter the Kingdom for Tourism, Umrah, Study and Business.
Residency
Residence visa is designated for the families of Saudi residents and citizens, allowing them to sponsor their immediate relatives and have them reside permanently for citizens or during the validity of residency for residents.
Escort
Escort visa is associated with another valid visa or is intended for accompanying an individual of the GCC national (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates) or a Saudi national outside the Kingdom.
Diplomatic Visa
Diplomatic visa is granted to diplomats who hold official diplomatic passports and is for the purposes of visiting, residing, or working in diplomatic missions in the Kingdom.
Special Visa
Special visa is given to diplomats who hold special passports and is for the purpose of visiting, residing, or working in diplomatic missions in the Kingdom.
Missions And Organisations Visit
Missions and organizations visit visa is used to enable the foreign diplomatic missions and organizations present in the Kingdom to invite individuals whom the mission or organization wishes to host.
Education Visa
Education visa for students from outside the Kingdom who wish to enrol in one of the Saudi universities.
Transport Of Goods
Transport of goods visa is granted to employees affiliated with land transport companies to deliver goods inside the Kingdom.
Re-entry Visa Extension
Re-entry Visa extension is for individuals who hold residency in Saudi Arabia but left the country with the intention to return within a certain timeframe. However, if that specified period has passed and they haven't come back to Saudi Arabia, they can apply for an extension.
Ratify Applications
Ratify application is a service specifically for the authentication by chambers of commerce, major companies, or government entities for their visit requests or those of their affiliates.
TRANSIT
Sea Transit Visa, Land Transit Visa, Air Transit Visa is a temporary visa that enable travellers to pass through the country briefly while on their way to another destination.
WORK
Seasonal Work Visa, Temporary Work Visa, Permanent Work Visa permits individuals to work legally in Saudi Arabia.
HAJJ
The Hajj visa is given to Muslims around the world who wish to perform the Hajj (pilgrimage) and is limited only to the Hajj season.
VISA ON ARRIVAL
Tourists can apply for Visa on Arrival at one of Saudi Arabia's entry points if any of the following conditions apply:
- The tourist is from one of the countries in the eligible countries list.
- The tourist is holding USA, United Kingdom, or Schengen visas. The following requirements must apply:
- The visa is valid.
- The visa type is either tourist or business.
- The visa has to be used at least once and have an entry stamp of the issuing country.
- Holders of permanent residence from (US, UK or EU) after ensuring presence of the resident. This includes first-degree relatives of the visa holders coming with them.
- Ensure to check with airelies as some airlines may refuse to board passengers without a valid visa.
eligible countries
Citizens of many countries can visit Saudi Arabia either visa-free or by obtaining a visa on arrival. Following are the list of countries able to apply online and some allowed to visit KSA without a visa and obtain a visa on arrival (fee applicable); also EVW and E-Visa can be easily obtained online prior from official site ksavisa.sa (subject to change without notice, see official site for up-to-date information).
1 Albania
2 Andorra
3 Australia
4 Austria
5 Azerbaijan
6 Belgium
7 Brunei
8 Bulgaria
9 Canada
10 Croatia
11 Cyprus
12 Czech Republic
13 Denmark
14 Estonia
15 Finland
16 France
17 Georgia
18 Germany
19 Greece
20 Hungary
21 Iceland
22 Ireland
23 Italy
24 Japan
25 Kazakhstan
26 South Korea
27 Kyrgyzstan
28 Latvia
29 Liechtenstein
30 Lithuania
31 Luxembourg
32 Malaysia
33 Maldives
34 Malta
35 Mauritius
36 Monaco
37 Montenegro
38 Netherlands
39 New Zealand
40 Norway
41 Panama
42 Poland
43 Portugal
44 Romania
45 Russian Federation
46 Saint Kitts and Nevis
47 San Marino
48 Seychelles
49 Singapore
50 Slovakia
51 Slovenia
52 South Africa
53 Spain
54 Sweden
55 Switzerland
56 Tajikistan
57 Thailand
58 Turkey
59 Ukraine
60 United Kingdom
61 United States
62 Uzbekistan
Visit official site for up to date list of eligible countries.
INSURANCE
Not all visa types include or requires you to obtain a travel or medical insurance, however this is recommended as you would be liable for any emergency medical treatment costs.
