What is Saudi Arabia eVisa?
Everything you need to know about the Saudi electronic visa for tourism and Umrah
1. What is Saudi E-Visa?
If you are a foreign national from one of the 66 eligible countries, you can apply online for a Saudi e-Visa, allowing you to travel to Saudi Arabia for short-term tourism related activities, including Umrah, except during the Hajj season.
Foreign nationals from the 66 countries (you can also check the full requirements and how to apply from the application page) are eligible to obtain a Saudi visa-on-arrival at a Saudi port of entry; however, it is always advised to apply online for a Saudi e-Visa, in order to avoid airport lines and possible delays.
GCC nationals can travel to Saudi Arabia visa-free, needing only to show a passport or national ID at a Saudi port of entry. All other foreign nationals, and those applying for a Saudi consulate visa, must apply for a Saudi visa at their nearest Saudi Arabian embassy or representation office abroad, prior to traveling to Saudi Arabia.
2. Validity
Any tourist visa Saudi Arabia issues is normally valid for 1 year and allows for a maximum 90-day stay in Saudi Arabia, unless otherwise stated. Saudi Arabia tourist visas are processed on a case-by-case basis and may be issued with a 3-month validity period, allowing its holder only a 1-month stay in Saudi Arabia. It is advised to check the Saudi Arabia visa that you have been issued, in order to avoid overstays in Saudi Arabia.
3. Processing Time
Applying for a Saudi Arabia electronic visa is a very fast process. Once approved, applicants can receive their Saudi Arabia tourist e-Visa within 24 hours.
4. Application Steps
We have made it easy to apply for a Saudi electronic visa. The simple online process requires you to simply submit a completed Saudi e-Visa application, provide your passport details, and pay the Saudi visa application fees. Once approved, you will receive your Saudi e-Visa directly to the email you provided.
The 3-step Saudi Arabia tourist e-Visa application process is as follows:
1-Complete application form
Fill out the electronic Saudi visa application form, complete with your personal data, passport details, and other requested information.
2-Pay e-Visa fees
Pay the Saudi tourist visa cost securely online, using a valid credit or debit card.
3-Receive approved e-Visa
If approved, your Saudi e-Visa will be directly sent to the email you provided. Check that all visa information is correct and matches the information on your passport. Is your application for a Saudi tourist visa rejected? No worries, you can reapply for a new Saudi e-Visa.