Saudi Arabia eVisa
المملكة العربية السعودية · Riyadh · Asia
eVisa
Level 2
Saudi Arabia offers an eVisa system that allows citizens of 43 countries to apply online. The fee is $117 USD with processing completed instantly. The visa is valid for 365 days with a maximum stay of 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, and visa on arrival is also available.
$117
Fee (USD)
Instant
Processing
365d
Validity
90d
Max stay
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
Passport-size photo
Credit/debit card for payment
Travel insurance (included in visa fee)
Hotel booking or host details
Key details
| Entry type | Multiple |
| Multiple entry | Already multiple entry (1 year) |
| Passport validity | 6 months |
| Blank pages | 1 required |
| Biometric | Required |
| Print eVisa | Not required |
| Israeli stamp | Accepted |
| Insurance | Required |
| Yellow fever | Not required |
Photo specifications
Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min
Background: white
Format: JPEG · max 1024KB
Face: 70-80%
Taken within: 6 months
Best time to visit
Best OK
Cooler season. Riyadh, AlUla, Diriyah all comfortable. Red Sea coast: year-round diving. Avoid May-Sep (extreme heat 48°C+).
Country information
🏛
Riyadh
Capital
💱
SAR
Currency
📞
+966
Calling
🕐
+03:00
Timezone
👥
0.0M
Population
🗣
Arabic
Language
Payment methods
visamastercardamex
Neighboring countries
JordanIraqKuwaitUAEOmanYemen
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Travel insurance is mandatory — arrange it before applying.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (visa.visitsaudi.com) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Saudi Arabia eVisa cost? +
The Saudi Arabia eVisa costs $117 USD. Multiple entry is $117.
How long does Saudi Arabia eVisa processing take? +
Processing takes Instant. Most applications are approved instantly.
What documents do I need for a Saudi Arabia eVisa? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Passport-size photo. Credit/debit card for payment. Travel insurance (included in visa fee). Hotel booking or host details.
How long is the Saudi Arabia eVisa valid? +
The visa is valid for 365 days from issue date. Maximum stay is 90 days.
Can I get multiple entries for Saudi Arabia? +
Already multiple entry (1 year)
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Need travel insurance?
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Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa, MC, Amex on visa.visitsaudi.com. Arab bank cards widely accepted.
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required for airside transit at Riyadh or Jeddah airports. Saudi also offers free transit visas for short stays. Source: Saudi customs/immigration.
- Travel advisory (level 2)
- Exercise increased caution due to terrorism and civil unrest.
- Official advisory source ↗
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: visa.visitsaudi.com ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.