Saudi Arabia » Passport And Visa Requirements
Summary
AustralianPassport Required: Yes
Visa Required: Yes
Return Ticket Required: Yes
British
Passport Required: Yes
Visa Required: Yes
Return Ticket Required: Yes
Other EU
Passport Required: Yes
Visa Required: Yes
Return Ticket Required: Yes
USA
Passport Required: Yes
Visa Required: Yes
Return Ticket Required: Yes
Canadian
Passport Required: Yes
Visa Required: Yes
Return Ticket Required: Yes
Passport Info
To enter Saudi Arabia, a passport valid for at least six months at time of visa being issued is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visa Info
Visas for Saudi Arabia are required by all nationals referred to in the chart above, except transit passengers staying less than 18 hours.
Hajj visas are free, although there are charges for services provided in Medina and Mecca.
The Canadian government advises that Canadians need a letter of invitation from a Saudi national or company to apply for a visa.
Visa Note
(a) The Pilgrim (Umrah) visa can only be obtained through an authorised "Umrah Agency," appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Check with the embassy for a full list of appointed agents. Administrative fees may apply and further requirements for Umrah applications must be submitted through an endorsed travel agent or tour operator. A list of endorsed agencies is available from the embassy website.
(b) Transit passengers who stay in the King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah Islamic Port or Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Airport in Medina for over 24 hours can perform Umrah or visit a Holy Mosque, provided they withhold a signed agreement with one of the appointed Umrah agencies.
(c) An Exit Permit may be needed, requiring a passport-size photo and must be issued by the Chief of Police (usually processed within three days after application, enquire at relevant consulate/embassy). It is advised to enquire at the nearest embassy for further information.
(d) Visa dates correspond to Hijra months, not Gregorian months - check dates carefully.
(e) Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements for Saudi Arabia.
Types And Costs
Visa fees can vary according to nationality of applicant. Contact nearest embassy for details.
Working Days
Two to five days, though delays are not uncommon. Travellers should allow for several weeks processing time.
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Information in this section was last updated: Fri Apr 12 2013
