Visa & Entry Requirements by Country in Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia

1. Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa

Application for foreigners visiting Saudi Arabia as tourists or sightseers. Allows stays up to 90 days.

Validity Period: Duration of the visa's validity (90 days)
Visa Fee: Cost associated with obtaining a Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa
Required Documents: List of necessary documents to submit for the application process

Online application and approval process for a Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa in electronic format.

For foreigners intending to work in Saudi Arabia for a specific company or employer.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Work Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (employer) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Work Visa application

For travelers passing through Saudi Arabia en route to another destination.

Validity Period: Duration of the Transit Visa's validity (up to 96 hours)
Connecting Flight Requirement: The need for a confirmed onward flight ticket
Visa Fee: Cost associated with obtaining a Transit Visa

For foreigners traveling to Saudi Arabia for business purposes, including meetings and conferences.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Business Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (company or organization) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Business Visa application

For foreigners pursuing education or training in Saudi Arabia.

Duration of Study: Length of the study program and corresponding visa validity
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (educational institution) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Student Visa application

For Muslims intending to perform Umrah in Makkah and Madinah.

Validity Period: Duration of the Umrah Visa's validity (up to 30 days)
Application Requirements: Specific documents required for the Umrah Visa application
Visa Fee: Cost associated with obtaining an Umrah Visa

For foreigners traveling to Saudi Arabia for medical treatment or consultations.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Medical Treatment Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (hospital or medical center) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Medical Treatment Visa application

For foreigners visiting their family members residing in Saudi Arabia.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Family Visit Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (family member) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Family Visit Visa application

For foreigners working as journalists or media personnel in Saudi Arabia.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Journalist Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (media organization) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Journalist Visa application

For diplomats, government officials, and their families traveling to Saudi Arabia.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Diplomatic Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (diplomatic mission) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Diplomatic Visa application

For foreigners investing in businesses or real estate in Saudi Arabia.

For researchers and academics collaborating with Saudi institutions.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Research Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (research institution) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Research Visa application

For individuals participating in cultural exchange programs or events in Saudi Arabia.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Cultural Exchange Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (cultural organization) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Cultural Exchange Visa application

For volunteers taking part in humanitarian or community service programs in Saudi Arabia.

Duration of Stay: Length of the stay granted by the Volunteer Visa
Sponsor Requirement: The necessity of having a sponsor (NGO or organization) in Saudi Arabia
Processing Time: Time taken to process the Volunteer Visa application