In late 2019, Saudi Arabia introduced the electronic visa for 4 reasons for travel: tourism, events, visiting relatives or pilgrimage (Umrah only). This electronic visa is available for57 nationalities, including most Schengen Area countries, the USA, Canada and the UK. It allows stays of 1 to 90 days for 1 year (90 days maximum over 1 year).
Authorised stays
Tourism
Family
Events
Pilgrimage
As part of a transit of less than 96 hours via a Saudi airline, you have the option of obtaining a e-Transit Visa for up to 96 hours free of charge, when booking tickets. This also includes compulsory insurance.
Saudi Arabia e-Visa application fee
Consular fees
103 € / traveller
403 Saudi rials, out of order
- multiple entries
- stays of 90 days maximum over 1 year
- valid 1 year after issuance
Application takes just a few minutes on our form. Minors must travel with an adult. The traveller's passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arrival in Saudi Arabia. e-Visa holders can visit the whole of Saudi Arabia, with the exception of the cities of Mecca and Medina reserved for Muslims. The country is open to all faiths.
Eligible entry points
All entry points are eligible electronic visa
Airports, seaports or land borders
Here are the country's main airports on a map
Visa on arrival
Nationalities eligible for e-Visa (see below) can also obtain their visa on arrival. Payment is made on site at kiosks by credit card only. The same applies to holders of permanent residence permits, British, American or Schengen visas.
Nationalities eligible for e-Visa (see below) can also obtain their visa on arrival. Payment is made on site at kiosks by credit card only. The same applies to holders of permanent residence permits, British, American or Schengen visas.
It is still strongly advised to apply for an e-Visa to avoid any problems on arrival.
Eligible nationalities
Use the module below to determine whether your nationality is eligible for an e-visa for Saudi Arabia. If in doubt, don't hesitate to use the site's chat facility.
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🇦🇱 Albania
🇩🇿 Algeria
🇩🇪 Germany
🇦🇩 Andorra
🇦🇺 Australia
🇦🇹 Austria
🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
🇧🇸 Bahamas
🇧🇧 Barbados
🇧🇪 Belgium
🇧🇳 Brunei
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
🇨🇦 Canada
🇨🇳 China
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🇭🇷 Croatia
🇰🇷 South Korea
🇩🇰 Denmark
🇪🇸 Spain
🇪🇪 Estonia
🇫🇮 Finland
🇫🇷 France
🇬🇷 Greece
🇬🇩 Grenada
🇬🇪 Georgia
🇭🇺 Hungary
🇮🇪 Ireland
🇮🇸 Iceland
🇮🇹 Italy
🇯🇵 Japan
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein
🇱🇹 Lithuania
🇱🇺 Luxembourg
🇲🇻 Maldives
🇲🇹 Malta
🇲🇾 Malaysia
🇲🇦 Morocco
🇲🇺 Maurice
🇲🇨 Monaco
🇲🇪 Montenegro
🇳🇴 Norway
🇳🇿 New Zealand
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
🇵🇦 Panama
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇵🇱 Poland
🇵🇹 Portugal
🇨🇿 Czech Republic
🇷🇴 Romania
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇷🇺 Russia
🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis
🇸🇲 San Marino
🇸🇨 Seychelles
🇸🇬 Singapore
🇸🇰 Slovakia
🇸🇮 Slovenia
🇸🇪 Sweden
🇨🇭 Switzerland
🇹🇯 Tajikistan
🇹🇭 Thailand
🇹🇷 Turkey
🇺🇦 Ukraine
🇺🇸 USA
Travellers whose nationality is Algérie🇩🇿 or Maroc🇲🇦 (Tunisians are currently experiencing difficulties in obtaining an eVisa) can apply via our system at the same price if :
- they are under 60
- they hold a residence permit for the United States, the United Kingdom or the European Union, valid for at least 3 months after the trip OR a visa valid for at least 3 months at the time of travel, for the Schengen area, the United States or the United Kingdom, used at least once.
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Normal case processingAuthorities issue documents without significant delay
Saudi Arabia e-Visa summary
| Format | Electronics only |
|---|---|
| Number of entries | Unlimited |
| How long does it take? | 72 hours for urgent departures |
| Length of stay | 0 to 90 days |
| Validity | 1 year |
| Consular fees | 103 € |
For a travel to Saudi Arabia, it is compulsory to obtain a visa.
Multiple-entry Saudi Arabia e-Visaoffers you stays of 90 days maximum per year for a stay tourismstay familystay events or stay pilgrimage.
The cost of an electronic visa for Saudi Arabia is 103 € (consular fees per traveller, excluding intermediary fees). Nationals ofSchengen area, USA and UK are eligible for a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, if they are travelling with a Saudi national airline (Saudi Arabian Airlines, Flynass, Flyadeal or SaudiGulf Airlines). However, we advise you to apply at least three days before you leave for Saudi Arabia. Once your Saudi Arabia e-Visa has been issued, you will haveone year to enter the country.
When should you travel to Saudi Arabia?
As Saudi Arabia is a destination with high temperatures, it is advisable to visit between December and Februarywhen temperatures are milder.
Places to visit in Saudi Arabia
The water fountain of King Fahd, culminates up to 312 metres high is one of the highest in the world. A high-altitude city, Al Bahah offers a different aspect of Saudi Arabia. You'll discover ancient towers, lush forests and winding valleys.
Al-Balad, is the best place to learn and understand the history of Saudi culture.
Al-'Ula or the wonder of Arabia is a 200,000-year-old oasis. Here you can admire unique landscapes and live in the time of ancient civiliasation. The Saudi desert is also a place not to be missed, with numerous activities on offer such as sandboarding, quad biking...
Practical information
- Official country name Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Location : Middle East
- Capital Riyadh
- Area 2.5 million km2
- Language Arabic
- Currency Saudi Riyal
- Climate Subtropical, desert
- Time zone UTC +3
Local time
Information
Security The MFA is prohibiting travellers from visiting the localities of Mouawiya and Qatif. The border area in the provinces of Najran, d'Assir and Djizan is also prohibited. Unless there is a compelling reason to do so, we advise against visiting the Al Qassim regionover the entire border area with Iraq, the Yemen or in the area south-west of Riyadh.
Vaccines in Saudi Arabia
Health The yellow fever vaccine is compulsory (if you come from a high-risk country) and the meningococcal meningitis vaccine is compulsory for pilgrims.
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