Saudi Arabia visa requirements (Riyadh)
Tourist e-visa launched 2019; Umrah on tourist visa allowed outside Hajj season. 5 nationalities enter visa-free, 29 get visa on arrival, and 5 can apply for e-visas — dataset dated October 2026.
🟢 Visa-free nationalities (5)
🟡 Visa on arrival (29)
Australian →Austrian →Belgian →Bulgarian →Canadian →Croatian →Cypriot →Czech →Danish →Finnish →French →German →Greek →Hungarian →Irish →Italian →Japanese →South Korean →Malaysian →Dutch →New Zealander →Polish →Portuguese →Romanian →Singaporean →Spanish →Swedish →British →American →
🔵 E-visa / ETA (5)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia?
It depends on your passport. 5 nationalities in our dataset enter visa-free, 29 get visa on arrival, and 5 can use e-visa/ETA routes. Everyone else should apply at an embassy in advance. Data dated October 2026.
How long can tourists stay in Saudi Arabia?
Typical tourist stays are 90 days (tourist e-visa, 1 year multiple), but this varies by nationality — confirm with official sources.
Where is the official visa information for Saudi Arabia?
Use the official immigration website linked on this page (https://visa.visitsaudi.com/). Avoid unofficial agents charging inflated fees.
⚠️ Important: Visa rules change frequently. This information is dated October 2026 and is a general guide only — not legal advice. Always confirm current requirements with the official immigration site for Saudi Arabia before booking travel. Official source ↗
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📅 Data as of October 2026 · VisaGlide is a travel information guide, not a government site.