Tourist Visa Short Stay

Mode: eVisaEntry: Single entry Stay Duration: 75 days from issueValidity: 90 days from issue

Processing

5-7 business days

Mode

eVisa

Entry

Single entry

Stay Duration

75 days from issue

Validity

90 days from issue

Overview

International visitors can go to Saudi Arabia for leisure, tourism, and cultural exploration with a tourist visa. It can be acquired via a visa application process or online as an eVisa. The visa allows for repeated entrances and brief stays to see Saudi Arabia's historical monuments and attractions.

Why Travunited

•Expert visa advice: Expert support during the Saudi Arabian tourist visa application procedure.

•Support for accurate documentation: Assistance in preparing and confirming all necessary paperwork prior to submission.

•Error-free application process: The visa application is carefully reviewed to minimize errors and the likelihood of denial.

•Quick processing support: Applications are handled effectively for speedier submission and processing.

•Personalized consultation: Advice based on itinerary and visa needs.

•Application status updates: Continual information about the status of the visa application.

•Help with reserving lodging, travel insurance, and flight schedules.

•Dependable service: A knowledgeable staff guarantees a seamless and trouble-free Saudi tourist visa application procedure.

Stats

•2019 saw the inauguration of Saudi Arabia's tourist visa scheme, which permits travelers from dozens of nations to apply online or in person.

•One-year multiple-entry visa: The Saudi tourist eVisa normally has a one-year validity period and permits visitors to remain for up to ninety days at a time.

•Saudi Arabia saw record-breaking tourism growth in 2024, with over 116 million visitors from both domestic and foreign countries.

•Nearly 30 million foreign visitors: In 2024, Saudi Arabia received about 29.7 million inbound visitors, indicating a high desire for tourism worldwide.

•Quick rise in tourism: In 2023, there were almost 27 million foreign visitors, one of the fastest growth rates in the world.

•Over 100 million visits overall in 2023: The total number of domestic and foreign travelers exceeded 100 million, with around $68 billion spent.

•Government tourism goal: As part of its economic diversification strategy, Saudi Arabia hopes to draw 150 million visitors a year by 2030.

•The relevance of tourist visa programs is underscored by the fact that travel and tourism account for around 9% of the nation's GDP.

Documents Required

Per Traveller

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity

Required

Recent photo

Required

Tickets onward and return

Required

Hotel Accommodation

Required

Pan card

Required

Travel Insurance

Required

Bank statement

Required

Eligibility

•Candidates must be natives of nations that are qualified for the Saudi tourist visa or eVisa program.

•Passport validity: Passports must be valid for at least six months prior to the anticipated arrival date.

•Completed visa application: Candidates must accurately fill out the embassy application or online visa application.

•A recent passport-sized photo that satisfies the requirements for a visa must be clear and passport-style.

•Travel purpose: The journey must be for recreation, tourism, or quick personal getaways rather than work.

•Travel itinerary: Candidates may be required to submit travel itineraries or airline reservations.

•Proof of lodging: Documentation of a hotel reservation or other lodging arrangements made during the visit.

•Sufficient funds: Travelers must demonstrate that they have enough money to pay for their trip.

•A working email address is necessary to receive updates and approval for the eVisa.

•Compliance with Saudi regulations: Candidates must have no significant visa infractions and fulfill Saudi immigration and security standards.

Important Notes

•eVisa availability: A lot of tourists can use the official eVisa system to apply online for a Saudi tourist visa.

•Requirement for passport validity: The passport must be valid for at least six months prior to the planned entrance date.

•Multiple-entry option: For a maximum of one year, the tourist visa is frequently granted as a multiple-entry visa.

•Limit on stay: During the validity period of the visa, visitors are normally permitted to stay for up to 90 days.

•Included travel insurance: The required travel medical insurance is typically included in the visa price.

•Respect local laws and customs: During their visit, visitors must abide by Saudi Arabia's cultural norms and regulations.

•Print visa approval: When traveling, visitors should have a printed copy of the authorized eVisa.

Rejection Reasons

•An incomplete visa application is one that has missing or inaccurate information.

•A passport that hasn't been valid for at least six months before the planned departure date is considered invalid.

•Inaccurate or subpar documentation, such as a fuzzy passport scan or a picture that doesn't match the requirements for a visa.

•Information that doesn't match the passport or other documents is known as mismatched information.

•Ineligible nationality: The applicant's nation might not be eligible for an eVisa or a Saudi tourist visa.

•Issues found during immigration or security screening are known as security or background concerns.

•Prior visa infractions: A history of overstaying visas or breaking immigration laws in Saudi Arabia or other nations.

•False or fraudulent information: submitting papers that are false or deceptive.

•Uncertain travel purpose: Not providing a clear explanation of the trip's tourism goal.

FAQs

1. Is a visa on arrival accessible for Saudi Arabia?

Yes, visas on arrival are available for certain nationalities and visitors with valid US, UK, or Schengen visas/residency (conditions apply).

2.Is travel insurance essential in Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Travel insurance is required and is typically included with an eVisa.

3.Can a tourist visa be used to undertake Umrah?

Yes, visitors with a valid tourist visa are permitted to undertake Umrah (except from the Hajj season).

4.Do visitors have to abide by cultural norms?

Indeed, while visiting, guests should abide by local laws, customs, and cultural standards.