Saudi Instant Visa: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been implementing numerous initiatives and plans in order to realise its Saudi Vision 2030. Saudi Arabia has recently introduced a new entry permit called the Saudi Instant Visa, which is available to visa holders from the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Schengen area. This is in accordance with the country’s aim of accommodating 100 million visitors annually.
The Saudi instant visa is essentially a newly introduced e-visa entry permit granted to those with permanent residency in the United Kingdom, United States, or European Union, as well as those with legitimate visas from the United Kingdom, United States, or Schengen Area. This visa is accessible regardless of the nationality of the applicant. The application process for this visa is conducted online, and the e-visa will be issued promptly upon compliance with the necessary procedures and regulations.
To qualify for the Saudi e-visa entry permit, petitioners must satisfy at least one of the following requirements:
According to the information available on the MOFA website, applicants for the Saudi visa on arrival must pay a fee of USD 10.5 (SAR 39.38) per application. This charge includes both the e-visa processing fee and the banking service fee. Importantly, this fee is non-refundable.
The Saudi visa on arrival is a multi-entry entry permit valid for one year. Upon issuance of this e-visa entry permit, holders of valid US, UK, and Schengen visas will be permitted to remain in the country for a maximum of 90 days per visit.