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eVisa
Conditions applyeVisa ā apply online and receive your visa electronically before traveling.
Processing time0-3 business days
Government fee130 USD
AppointmentRequired
EntryMultiple
Other options
Residency requirements
You must be legally resident in at least one of the following territories.
BahrainKuwaitOmanQatarSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab Emirates
Requirements:Minimum 3 months
Resident of a GCC member state (UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar or Saudi Arabia). Minimum remaining residence validity of around 3 months is commonly required; travelers should confirm current rules.
Documents
Always required
Valid ordinary passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the date of entry and at least two blank pages.
Saudi authorities generally require at least 6 months passport validity beyond entry for visitors. Saudi tourist eVisa guidance requires at least 6 months passport validity and blank pages for visa and entry stamps. Saudi tourist eVisa/VOA schemes generally require at least 6 months passport validity. Standard Saudi entry requirement for visitors, including GCC residents applying for eVisas. Standard Saudi entry requirement for visitors, including residents of the US, UK and EU using visa on arrival.
Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia (hotel booking or equivalent) for at least the initial part of the stay.
Standard for tourist visits; may be required during application or at the border. Hotel bookings are usually entered in the eVisa application; additional proof may be requested at the border. Hotel bookings or tour packages are commonly requested at the border for VOA travelers.
Valid GCC residence permit for one of the eligible GCC states, with at least 3 months remaining validity.
Saudi eVisa scheme for GCC residents requires proof of valid residence; some sources indicate a minimum remaining validity of around 3 months.
Recent passport-style color photograph with white background for the eVisa application.
Uploaded via the online eVisa portal; must clearly show the applicantās full face.
Confirmed return or onward flight booking from Saudi Arabia within the permitted stay period.
Return or onward ticket is typically required for tourist eVisa holders. Return or onward ticket is typically required for visa-on-arrival passengers.
Travel medical insurance valid in Saudi Arabia for the duration of stay, often bundled with the eVisa.
Saudi eVisa products typically include mandatory health insurance; applicants should download and keep the policy certificate.
Recommended
Evidence of sufficient funds to cover travel and stay (bank statements, salary slips, or similar).
May be requested by authorities to confirm financial capacity.
Travel tips
Quick local advice for smoother arrivals and day-to-day travel.
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In Saudi Arabia, contactless payments are extremely common (look for Mada terminals); Apple Pay/Google Pay and tap-to-pay cards often work even for small purchases. Still keep some cash for small vendors or edge casesāhaving both usually prevents travel friction.
2
Plan your day around local rhythm: Friday/Saturday are the weekend in KSA, and around daily prayer times some smaller shops/cafes may pause briefly even in busy areas. If you have a tight plan (museum, tour pickup, shopping), check hours and expect short āpause windows.ā
Last verified: 2025-12-05