Required documents for an electronic visa to Saudi Arabia
To find out for certain whether the eVisa / visa upon arrival suits you, check the current information on the website of the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Tourism.
How to apply for a visa to Saudi Arabia
Option 1 — apply for an eVisa online by filling out the form on the website
Usually, the eVisa is issued as a Multiple-Entry Visa valid for one year. It allows staying in the country for up to 90 days within one year.
Option 2 — get a tourist visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia
It should be noted that not all airlines check in passengers who have not obtained an eVisa online before the trip. Local airlines like Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) are most accurately familiar with their country's visa policy and will check in passengers planning to get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia without unnecessary questions.
In which Saudi Arabian cities can you get a visa on arrival: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Medina, AlUla, Taif, Neom, Abha.
In our opinion, the process of obtaining a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia is very simple and fast. The terminal issues the visa immediately after payment. No one at passport control asked us unnecessary questions; the atmosphere at the airport looks very relaxed and friendly.
Many travelers encounter issues when paying for the Saudi Arabian visa on the website. There are no precise reasons why payments with cards from many countries fail. Don't worry if you also face such a situation, as you can obtain a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. Detailed instructions are in the next section.