Saudi Visit Visa & Single Entry Visa Services

How to Apply for a Saudi Visit Visa Online – Step-by-Step Process

Follow this official process to apply for your Saudi Visit Visa through the KSA Visa Portal (https://visa.visitsaudi.com/):

🔶 Step 1: Choose Visa Type & Purpose

• Select “VISIT” from the main visa categories (Visit, Transit, Work, Hajj, Other).
• Choose the purpose of your visit:
  • Tourism
  • Visiting Family and Friends
  • Business
  • Umrah (via Nusuk)
  • Medical

🔶 Step 2: Enter Nationality & Eligibility Info

• Select your nationality (e.g., India, Egypt, UK, USA, Philippines).
• Answer the follow-up questions:
  • Do you hold a valid visa from the US/UK/Schengen (entered once)?
  • Do you have valid GCC residency (≥ 3 months)?
  • Do you have permanent residence in the US/UK/EU?
• Click “Show Eligible Visas” to proceed.

🔶 Step 3: Passport Information

In this step, you must provide accurate passport details exactly as they appear in your official travel document. This information is used to link your eVisa to your passport.

✅ Required Fields:

• Passport Type: Select the type (usually “Ordinary”).
• Passport Number: Enter your valid passport number (alphanumeric, no spaces).
• Country of Issuance: Choose the country that issued your passport.
• Place of Birth: As listed in your passport.
• Passport Issue Date: Use the date format (DD/MM/YYYY).
• Passport Expiry Date: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your visa application submission.

Document Upload:

• Upload a scanned copy of your passport’s main page (bio page).
• Format: PNG or JPEG
• File size: Max 5 MB
• Must be clear, colored, and not cropped
• Make sure your passport photo page is not blurry and all information is clearly readable. Any mismatch or unclear scan may result in visa rejection or delays.

🔶 Step 4: Residency Information

This step is essential for applicants residing outside their home country, especially those living in GCC countries like the UAE, Qatar, or Kuwait. Saudi authorities require verification of your current legal residence.

📎 Required Information:

• Upload Residency Document:
  • Upload a clear copy of your UAE/GCC residence visa or foreign residency card.
  • Formats accepted: PNG, JPEG
  • Max file size: 5 MB
  • Must show visa number, issue and expiry dates clearly
• Residence or Visa Number: Enter the exact number as printed on your residence visa or permit.
• Issue Country: Select the country that issued your residence visa (e.g., United Arab Emirates).
• Visa Expiry Date: Your GCC residence visa must be valid for at least 3 months at the time of application.
• ✅ Check the box for “Undetermined” only if your visa has no printed expiry.
• Country of Residence: Select your current country of residence (auto-filled if selected earlier).
• City: Enter your city of residence as per your residence card or official ID.
• Zip Code & P.O. Box: Optional fields. Fill them if available.
• KSA Home Address (Optional): If you already have accommodation booked in Saudi Arabia, enter the address here. Otherwise, you may leave it blank or enter your planned hotel name.

Note: Ensure your uploaded residency document is not cropped or blurred. Any unclear or incomplete file may cause your application to be rejected or delayed.

🔶 Step 5: Terms & Conditions

By clicking “I Agree”, you confirm the following:

• All submitted information is true and correct.
• You agree to comply with all Saudi laws, leave before visa expiry, and use the visa only for visiting, not for work or Hajj.
• You consent to biometric data capture (fingerprint and iris scan).
• You authorize the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to review your records.
• You understand that false information, unauthorized Hajj, or rule violations may lead to visa cancellation, deportation, fines, or criminal charges.
• Entry with narcotics, alcohol, indecent content, or religious/political material is strictly prohibited.
• You must declare cash or valuables over SAR 60,000 and follow medicine import rules.
• Drug smuggling is punishable by death.
• Bribery, of any amount, is a criminal offense.
• You agree that all service fees are non-refundable.
• Visa Portal provides application processing only — final visa decisions are made by Saudi authorities.
• Your data may be shared with Saudi government entities as required for processing.

🔶 Step 6: Application Review

• Review all submitted details.
• Make any final corrections before proceeding.

🔶 Step 7: Medical Insurance

As part of your Saudi visit visa application, purchasing medical insurance is mandatory. This insurance covers emergency medical cases only and must be selected from MOFA-approved providers in Saudi Arabia.

✅ Health Declaration: You must answer the following truthfully:

• Are you currently hospitalized or receiving emergency care?
• Have you had a permanent injury or disability due to an accident?
• Do you have any congenital (inherited) disorders?

Answering “Yes” may affect your eligibility for some insurance plans.

Approved Medical Insurance Providers & Prices (USD):

🔶 Step 8: Pay Visa Fees

• Total cost: SAR 300 (visa) + SAR 140 (insurance) ≈ SAR 440 / USD $91.5
• Pay using Visa, MasterCard, Amex, or Mada (Saudi debit system).

✅ Final Step: Visa Approval

• eVisa: Sent via email within minutes to hours.
• Consular Visa: Processed by the nearest Saudi embassy (typically 1–2 working days).
• You can download the visa PDF or simply carry your passport (visa linked electronically).