FAQ

General Questions

• What is a visa for Saudi Arabia?

  An official travel document that grants you permission to enter and explore Saudi Arabia.

• Does Saudi Arabia require a tourist visa?

  Yes, in order to welcome tourists, Saudi Arabia launched the Saudi Arabia e-visa program in 2019.

• How much does a Saudi Arabian visa cost?

  The cost of the Saudi e-visa is AED 1000, while the fees for a single-entry business and visit visa are AED 2500 and AED 4500, respectively.

• Who can apply for an e-visa to Saudi Arabia?

  Citizens of 49 countries in Europe, Asia, North America, and Oceania are eligible to apply for the Saudi Arabia e-visa.

• How do residents apply for a Saudi Arabian visa if they are not citizens of one of the 49 nations that are eligible for e-visas?

  You must apply for a consulate visa if you live in the United Arab Emirates but are not from one of the 49 nations.

• Does Saudi Tourists Visa offer services related to Saudi Arabian visas?

  The type of visa you requested for will determine how long your Saudi Arabian visa is valid. While a multiple-entry visa allows you to stay in the nation for 90 days on each visit, a single-entry visa is only good for 30 days.

• What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Saudi Arabian visa?

  To apply for a Saudi Arabian visa, a person must be at least eighteen years old. Parents or legal guardians should always accompany minors.

• What is the duration required to acquire a Saudi Arabian visa?

  You will receive your Saudi Arabia visa in one to two working days after submitting your application and making sure all of your documents are in order.

• What paperwork is needed to apply for a visa to Saudi Arabia?

  original passport with a minimum six-month validity period UAE resident visa (validity period of at least 90 days) A recent colored snapshot with an employer's NOC on a white background A legitimate trade license and a letter of self-introduction for entrepreneurs

• Can Muslims use an e-visa from Saudi Arabia to travel for the Hajj?

  To do the Hajj in Saudi Arabia, Muslims from all over the world, including those from the United Arab Emirates, must get a special Hajj visa. For religious travel, the e-visa is not regarded as legitimate.

• Can Muslims perform the Umrah using an e-visa?

  Yes, but it is only possible to perform Umrah with an e-visa during the non-Hajj season. To perform Umrah during the Hajj season, Muslims from all over the world must apply for an Umrah visa.

• If the Saudi Arabia visa application is denied, will the visa fee be reimbursed?

  Saudi Arabia visa fee is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of your visa application.