e-Visa Saudi Arabia

Tourism / Event / Pilgrimage Omra


The e-Visa for Saudi Arabia is an official Saudi government simplified procedure, allowing travel for different reasons to Saudi Arabia for stays of 90 days maximum during the 365 days validity of the e-Visa, or until expiry of the associated passport. It can be used for tourism, events, visiting acquaintances or for the small Umrah pilgrimage (impossible to do Hajj with this document). It is preferable to obtain the e-Visa Before to book a flight.

Saudi medical insurance is compulsory to visit Saudi Arabia. The Saudi government automatically selects one with your e-Visa, and its price is included in the consular fee.. You don't necessarily have to take out your own.

โš ๏ธ If travelers choose an Umrah Pilgrimage e-Visa (Hajj not available), the document will necessarily bear the word "Tourism". This is a normal situation that travelers must accept. As the authorities specify, it still allows you to stay in Saudi Arabia as part of the Umrah pilgrimage. Please note that Zamzam water cannot be returned with this visa..

During the month of Hajj, the Saudi Arabia e-Visa is not valid for arrival in Jeddah or Medina. Other entry points remain accessible.

Travellers whose nationality is Algeria or Morocco can apply via our system at the same price if :
- they are under 60
- they have a resident permit valid for at least 3 months after the trip for the United States, United Kingdom or European Union OR a visa valid for at least 3 months for the Schengen area, the United States or the United Kingdom, used at least once.

Commencer une demande de e-Visa Arabie Saoudite

Tarif unique de 49,00 € par voyageur Hors frais consulaires, si applicables

Travel to Saudi Arabia, a land of Islam with a rich history anchored between the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. Whether for work, leisure or for a cultural or religious stay, prepare your trip in advance and obtain an e-visa easily thanks to the services offered by Visamundi's professional teams. With a proven track record, Visamundi offers nearly thirty destinations in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Oceania and the Middle East!

Our expert administrative management teams will help you prepare your trip in the best possible conditions. Gathering the supporting documents required to create a file for traveling abroad often takes time and can be a source of anxiety. Thanks to our services, receive an e-visa quickly!

All you need to do is send us your supporting documents and we will take care of formatting your file in compliance with international regulations and the laws specific to each country. Using our services is also part of an ecological approach since you do not have to go to the embassy, which reduces CO2 emissions. Carrying out all these procedures from home also saves a considerable amount of time and energy. The e-visa also comes in the form of an electronic visa, thereby reducing the use of paper.. If you are renewing the experience in order to travel to another country, you may however be asked to print your e-visa. When traveling for business, you may also be required to present a classic paper visa which will be issued to you at the consulate or embassies.

Visamundi ensures that you obtain your e-visa for Saudi Arabia after presenting us with all the supporting documents required to enter the territory, which we will verify. Any refusal by local authorities to obtain your e-visa for Saudi Arabia will result in a refund from us..

Once you receive your e-visa for Saudi Arabia, all you have to do is wait impatiently for the day of your trip and show up at the airport with the required documents. Travel with peace of mind, without fear of being refused entry to Arab soil.

If you are French and want to travel to Saudi Arabia, here are our recommendations and advice to follow in order to obtain an e-visa

The e-visa is a solution that has now established itself as a means of ensuring the free movement of people in compliance with international regulations and laws in force. Go directly to our page dedicated to obtaining an e-visa for Saudi Arabia and fill out the form provided.

Following payment, you will need to attach the photocopy of your passport so that our teams can cross-check the information. Please be aware that the waiting time for a response regarding an e-visa application for Saudi Arabia varies between a few minutes and several daysThe e-visa is highly recommended for a trip to Saudi Arabia, it simplifies your procedures, your travel and the conditions for obtaining it which will allow you to travel to this territory.

When transiting through Saudi Arabia or for a compulsory pilgrimage as part of the hajj to Mecca or a non-compulsory pilgrimage such as the umrah, There is now a visa or stopover visa. As part of obtaining the latter, you will not be able to stay more than 96 hours in Saudi Arabia.

Finally, do not hesitate to consult the website of Ministry of the Interior which explains all the information necessary to prepare your trip to Saudi Arabia and informs you of the state of security if you travel there and in particular of the risks of attacks. Similarly, consult the "Travel advice" section which is the main tool concerning the security of French people abroad and register on the platform Ariane specially designed to help French nationals. In the event of a serious crisis, you will be contacted and informed of the steps to follow.

How much does an e-visa for Saudi Arabia cost and how to get it?

An e-visa for Saudi Arabia is not free. Visamundi provides you with full transparency regarding its fees. These do not vary depending on the reasons for your travel. A credit card will be required to complete your order.

You will need to select the specific reason for your stay from the following options: tourism, event, visit to acquaintances -family, friends-, pilgrimage -umra-. Then enter the date of your arrival and that of your departure.
The step according to you leads to selecting the multiple entry e-visa for Saudi Arabia that we offer you for a stay of up to 90 days.

Saudi medical insurance, the cost of which is included in the consular fees, is required for such travel.. You will be automatically registered by the relevant authorities.

Enter your first and last names, those of other travelers and your passport number. This must be valid.

Once these steps have been completed, all that remains is to send us your documents by email. You will benefit from a proactive document tracking service, secure payment and protection of your data. Visamundi teams will format your file without imposing a price increase.

If you lose your Saudi Arabia e-visa, contact our services and receive a new document by email as soon as possible. This service is completely free.

In case you need further clarification and information regarding obtaining your e-visa to Saudi Arabia, please contact us by phone or email. Our teams will be available and attentive to your needs in order to provide you with information and guide you as best as possible in carrying out your procedures.

Can I get my visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia?

Nationalities eligible for the e-Visa (see below), can obtain their visa on arrival. Payment is made on site at terminals by credit card onlyThe same applies to holders of permanent residence permits, British, American or Schengen visas.

It is still strongly recommended to apply for an e-Visa to avoid any problems upon arrival.

How long is the Saudi Arabia e-visa valid for?

Once issued, a Saudi Arabia e-Visa is valid for 1 year. If your passport expires before then, you will need to reapply for an e-Visa, as the authorization is linked to a passport number. In this case, the authorities may issue you an e-Visa that is valid only until the end of the validity of your passport.

How long can I stay in Saudi Arabia with my e-Visa?

The e-Visa allows you to stay up to 90 days in Saudi Arabia. In the case of a longer stay, opt for a classic visa in the passport, which will require a more restrictive application. You have the possibility to travel several times within 90 days during the year of validity of the e-Visa.

My e-Visa is issued, how much time do I have to enter the country?

Your e-Visa is valid for 1 year, so you have 1 year to enter the country.

Do you need a visa to transit through Saudi Arabia?

  • Stopover of less than 12 hours with a connecting flight with the same airline :
    Transit visa is not required. During your stopover, you will not be able to leave the transit area.
  • Stopover of less than 12 hours with connecting flight with a different airline :
    A transit visa is mandatory and must be requested from the nearest Saudi Arabian Embassy. Even in possession of a transit visa, no exit from the transit zone is permitted.
  • Stopover of more than 12 hours and less than 96 hours with connecting flight with the same airline or a different airline :
    Transit visa is mandatory. Beyond 96 hours, the stay is no longer considered as a transit and we suggest you opt for the tourist e-Visa. Saudi airlines (only) offer their travelers to apply for a 96-hour transit visa when booking a flight to Saudi Arabia. The process is online, free and is carried out on the airline's website..

Saudi Arabia: What are the travel reasons authorized with the e-Visa?

You will be able to travel for the tourism, for a event, for a family visit or to perform the Omra.

Can I apply for an e-Visa to perform the Hajj pilgrimage?

The visa for Hajj must be requested from the embassy or a specialized agency.

Can I use my e-Visa to purchase and bring back ZamZam water?

If you wish to perform the religious pilgrimage of Umrah and benefit from the virtues of this sacred water, you must apply for a visa from a Saudi embassy/consulate in order to apply for the Umrah or Hajj visa. With this travel authorization, you will be able to discover all the holy places, without restrictions, and you will also have the opportunity to drink Zamzam water. For all travelers, It is prohibited to carry bottled water back to your home country.

Does the e-Visa also apply to minors?

Minors can also have an e-visa. This must be linked to the e-visa of an adult accompanying them on the trip.

I have a Moroccan, Algerian or Tunisian passport, can I apply for the Saudi e-Visa?

Moroccan and Algerian nationalities are eligible for the eVisa (via our form) for those under 60, only if they have a resident permit for the United States, United Kingdom or European Union OR a visa valid for at least one year, for the Schengen area, the United States or United Kingdom, used at least once.

(Tunisians are currently experiencing difficulties in obtaining the eVisa).

What is the difference between a classic visa and an electronic visa?

A standard visa must be requested from an embassy and will appear in your passport. The electronic visa or e-visa allows you to complete your request online. Not all nationalities are eligible for the e-Visa.

Do my travel dates have to be exact?

The e-Visa is valid for 1 year from the date of issue. The travel dates mentioned may therefore be subject to change.

What should I do if my Saudi e-Visa application is rejected?

You can make the request directly upon arrival at the airport depending on your nationality, contact the embassy or the authorities.

How long should my passport be valid after I arrive in Saudi Arabia?

Passport must be valid 6 months after arrival in the country.

Can I apply for the e-Visa if I am stopping in Saudi Arabia during a cruise?

Yes it is possible, depending on your nationality.

What if my visa expires during my trip?

You will need to go to the immigration office in saudi arabia to apply for a new visa, upon arrival in the country.

Which nationalities are exempt from Saudi visa?

You are exempt from a visa if you are a national of one of the following countries: Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman And Qatar.

What documents are required to obtain the Saudi e-Visa?

Your passport and one color passport photo are necessary.

Can I apply for an e-Visa if I am going for business?

You will need to ask for a classic visa in the embassy.

What are the Saudi Arabian visas required for Muslim pilgrimages?

For Umrah, if your nationality is eligible, you can apply for an e-Visa.

For the Hajj, you will need a classic visa to apply for from an approved agency.

Can you enter Saudi Arabia without being Muslim? And Mecca?

Saudi Arabia can be visited by people of all faiths, except Mecca And Medina which can only be visited by people of Muslim faith.

Arabie Saoudite: mandatory and recommended vaccines

Mandatory vaccinations

  • Meningitis

    Required for adults and children over 2 years of age traveling to Saudi Arabia for Umrah or Hajj. Vaccination with one of the following vaccines is acceptable: - Trivalent polysaccharide vaccine (ACYW) administered within the last 3 years; - Tetravalent meningococcal conjugate vaccine (ACYW) administered within the last 5 years.
  • Poliomyelitis

    A certificate is required for travellers from areas of active transmission of wild or vaccine-derived poliovirus and countries at risk of polio reintroduction (Afghanistan, Mozambique, Myanmar, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Somalia and Yemen).

Recommended vaccines

  • Hepatitis A

  • Hepatitis B

    Long or repeated stays
  • Malaria

    Year-round transmission throughout the Countrya Seasonal transmission from September to January along the southern border with Yemen (except in high altitude areas of Asir province). No risk in Makkah and Madinah.
  • Rage

    Extended stay or isolation
  • Typhoid fever

    Prolonged stay or poor hygiene conditions
  • Yellow fever

    Includes mandatory yellow fever vaccination for travelers who have spent more than 12 hours in transit through the airport of a country at risk of yellow fever transmission.