Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa
The Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa allows foreign nationals to visit the Kingdom for sightseeing, leisure, and cultural exploration — from the historic sites of AlUla to the Red Sea coastline. Launched in September 2019 through the official Visit Saudi eVisa portal, the tourist visa is issued as a one-year, multiple-entry visa allowing stays of up to 90 days per visit. Citizens of eligible countries can apply entirely online or, in many cases, obtain the visa on arrival at a Saudi airport. Importantly, India is not currently on the standard eVisa-eligible country list — Indian citizens can generally only access the eVisa route if they hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa that has been used at least once, or otherwise need to apply for a regular visa through a Saudi Embassy or Consulate. Final approval rests solely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia.
Eligibility
To apply for a Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa, applicants generally must:
- Hold a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, taking into account any bilateral passport-validity agreements with Saudi Arabia
- Be a citizen of one of the eVisa-eligible countries, or hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa (used at least once, with an entry stamp) if applying from a non-eligible country such as India
- Be aged 18 or older, unless travelling with a parent or legal guardian
- Provide a recent passport-style digital photograph
- Hold mandatory medical insurance (automatically included in the eVisa fee)
- Not intend to engage in employment or long-term study in the Kingdom
GCC residents applying for a Saudi eVisa must hold a GCC residency valid for at least 3 months.
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Component | Approximate Cost |
| eVisa (online, via visa.visitsaudi.com) | SAR 535 (approx. USD 142) |
| Visa on Arrival (eligible nationalities, at airport) | SAR 480 (approx. USD 128) |
*Both fees are all-inclusive, covering the government visa fee, mandatory medical insurance, and platform processing where applicable, and are non-refundable regardless of outcome. Applicants who are not eligible for the eVisa or visa-on-arrival route — including most Indian passport holders without a US/UK/Schengen visa — must apply for a regular visa through a Saudi Embassy or Consulate, where fees vary. Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances — always confirm exact Saudi Arabia Visa Fees on the official visa.visitsaudi.com portal.
Saudi Arabia Visa Processing Time
Saudi Arabia Visa Processing Time for the eVisa is typically very fast — most applications are approved within 5 to 30 minutes of submission through the official Visit Saudi portal, and the eVisa is delivered directly to the applicant’s email as a PDF. Visa-on-arrival, where eligible, is processed at self-service kiosks or passport counters at the airport itself. For applicants who must apply through a Saudi Embassy or Consulate — such as most Indian citizens without a qualifying US/UK/Schengen visa — processing can take considerably longer and should be confirmed directly with the relevant mission. Saudi Arabia’s electronic tourist visas cannot be extended, so applicants should plan their travel dates carefully before applying.
Required Documents Checklist
Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa requires accurate documentation, a genuine purpose of travel, and compliance with the visa requirements prescribed by the Saudi Arabian immigration authorities. At Shivansh Consultants, we provide personalized guidance and end-to-end support, assisting you with visa application forms, travel itineraries, hotel bookings, financial documents, travel insurance (where applicable), and all required supporting documentation. Our experienced consultants carefully review your application to help minimize errors and delays while ensuring your documents are complete and meet the applicable visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Saudi Arabia holiday planning and visa application journey. While the final decision on visa approval rests solely with the Saudi Arabian immigration authorities, our goal is to help you submit a complete, accurate, and well-prepared Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa application with confidence.