Visa Eligibility
Tourists can apply for the tourist visa in one of the following ways:
- e-Visa
Tourists from eligible countries can apply for a tourist visa online through the e-Visa portal ahead of their
trip.
Saudi Arabia is opening its doors to the world through its new tourist visa. Visitor will have the chance to
discover and experience the warm hospitality of the Saudi people, the rich heritage, the vibrant culture,
and Saudi Arabia’s diverse and breathtaking landscapes.
The e-Visa will be a one-year, multiple entry visa, allowing tourists to spend up to 90 days in the country.
The tourist visa allows you to take part in tourism-related activities such as, events, family & relatives
visits, leisure, and Umrah (excluding Hajj) and excludes other activities such as studying.
- North America:
CANADA
US
- Europe:
ANDORRA
AUSTRIA
BELGIUM
BULGARIA
CROATIA
CYPRUS
CZECH REPUBLIC
DENMARK
ESTONIA
FINLAND
FRANCE
GERMANY
GREECE
HOLLAND
HUNGARY
ICELAND
IRELAND
ITALY
LATVIA
- Europe:
POLAND
PORTUGAL
ROMANIA
RUSSIA
SAN MARINO
SLOVAKIA
SLOVENIA
SPAIN
SWEDEN
SWITZERLAND
UKRAINE
UNITED KINGDOM
- Asia:
BRUNEI
CHINA (INCLUDING HONG KONG AND MACAU)
JAPAN
KAZAKHSTAN
MALAYSIA
SINGAPORE
SOUTH KOREA
- Oceania:
AUSTRALIA
NEW ZEALAND
e-Visa Price: SAR 300 (about USD 80)
- Application Fee: SAR 39.44 (about USD 10.50)
- Medical Insurance Fees: Not included (price determined based on the provider)
- Entry: Multiple entry or single entry depending on Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Validity: The multiple entry visa is valid for a year from its issue date and allows for stays of up to
90 days
Requirements
- You must provide a residency visa from one of the GCC countries with a minimum validity of at
least three months beyond the date of entry into Saudi.
- Your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the date of entry into Saudi.
- For travelers under 18 years old, the traveler’s parent is required to apply for an e-Visa first.
Travelers looking to participate in Umrah may apply via
nusuk.sa.
2.
Visa on Arrival
Once you arrive at your destination’s airport or entry point in Saudi, use the self-service devices (KIOSK)
or go directly to the passport control office to apply for your visa on arrival.
Information
- Visa on Arrival Price: SAR 300 (about USD 80).
- Medical Insurance Fees: SAR 180 (about USD 48.03).
- Entry: Multiple Entry or single entry depending on Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Validity: The multiple entry visa is valid for a year from its issue date. The visa allows for stays of
up to 90 days
Requirements
- You must be at least 18 years old to enter alone. Travelers under the age of 18 may enter only if
accompanied by a parent, grandparent or adult sibling (over 18 years old).
- Your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the date of entry into Saudi
unless you are a citizen of the United States. U.S. citizens may enter as long as your passport is
valid, regardless of time remaining before expiration.
Travelers looking to participate in Umrah may apply via
nusuk.sa.
3.
Transit/Stopover Visa.
A transit/stopover visa allows people passing through Saudi to enter the country for a variety of reasons,
including to perform Umrah, visit the Prophet’s Mosque, and attend tourism events.
Saudi Airlines – Book Now
Receive a free transit/stopover visa and complimentary one-night hotel stay when you book with Saudia
Airlines. Your visa will be created automatically and emailed to you upon booking and approval.
- Transit/Stopover Visa Price: Free
- Accommodation: One complimentary night in a hotel
- Application Fee: None
- Medical Insurance Fees: Covered
- Entry: Single entry
- Validity: Three months for a stay of up to 96 hours
FlyNas – Book Now
Receive a free transit/stopover visa when you book with FlyNas.
- Transit/Stopover Visa Price: Free
- Application Fee: Roughly SAR 39.50 (about USD 10.50)
- Medical Insurance Fees: Depends on the country of origin
- Entry: Single entry
- Validity: Valid for three months for a stay of up to 96 hours
