2. General Requirements

• Valid Passport: Minimum 6 months validity beyond the travel date.
• Completed Visa Application: Submitted either online (for eVisa) or through the Saudi embassy/consulate.
• Recent Passport-sized Photos: Usually two, with specific background and size requirements.
• Proof of Accommodation: Hotel booking, invitation letter, or other evidence of lodging in Saudi Arabia.
• Proof of Funds: Bank statements showing financial ability to cover the trip.
• Flight Itinerary: Proof of a round-trip or onward travel ticket.
• Medical Insurance: Required for most visas.
• Sponsor Letter (if applicable): For business, work, or family visit visas.

3. Tourist Visa Process

• Eligibility: Available to citizens of eligible countries through eVisa or embassy application.
• eVisa Application:
  1. Visit the official Saudi eVisa portal.
  2. Complete the online application form with personal and travel details.
  3. Pay the visa fee (around $80).
  4. Receive the eVisa within a few days, typically 24-72 hours.
• Validity: Multiple entry visa valid for 1 year, with a 90-day stay per visit.

4. Business Visa Process

• Eligibility: For professionals attending meetings, conferences, or business events.
• Requirements:
  1. Invitation letter from a Saudi company or chamber of commerce.
  2. Proof of employment or business ownership.
  3. Cover letter from the applicant’s company.
• Processing: Typically submitted through the Saudi consulate/embassy with a waiting period of around 5-10 business days.

5. Work Visa Process

• Eligibility: Requires a job offer from a Saudi employer.
• Procedure:
  1. Employment Contract: Must be issued by a Saudi company.
  2. Work Permit: Employer in Saudi Arabia arranges this.
  3. Medical Examination: Required for all applicants.
  4. Attestation of Educational Certificates: Verified by the Saudi embassy.
• Processing Time: Can take several weeks depending on the employer’s processing speed.

6. Family Visit Visa

• Eligibility: For immediate family members of Saudi residents/citizens.
• Requirements:
  1. Invitation letter from the host in Saudi Arabia.
  2. Proof of family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate).
• Processing Time: Around 1-2 weeks.

7. Hajj and Umrah Visa

• Hajj Visa: Issued only for the pilgrimage season.
• Umrah Visa: Available year-round except during Hajj season.
• Requirements:
  1. Proof of religious pilgrimage intention.
  2. Travel must be arranged through an authorized travel agency.
  3. Vaccination certificate (for specific diseases like meningitis).

8. Fees

• Tourist Visa: Around $80 (eVisa).
• Business Visa: Typically $150-$300, depending on the country and visa type.
• Work Visa: Fees are usually covered by the employer.
• Hajj/Umrah Visa: Often waived for pilgrims, but travel agency charges apply.

9. Processing Time

• Tourist Visa: 1-3 days (eVisa).
• Business Visa: 5-10 days.
• Work Visa: 2-4 weeks.
• Family Visit Visa: 1-2 weeks.
• Hajj and Umrah Visa: 1-2 weeks (processed by the travel agency).

10. Additional Notes

• Medical Examination: Some visas require a medical test before approval.
• Visa Validity: Check specific visa requirements for stay duration.
• Visa Extensions: Available for some types of visas, but must be applied for within Saudi Arabia before expiry.

This is a general outline. For specific details, it's recommended to check with the Saudi embassy or an

 authorized travel agency.