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Saudi Arabia visa requirements by passport

Holders of 75 passports can enter Saudi Arabia without applying at an embassy: 7 visa-free, 67 with a visa on arrival and 1 with an online eTA. The other 123 need an embassy visa, unless a visa or residence permit they already hold is accepted.

Source: Passport Index dataset (visualpharm/visa-free-dataset, updated 2026-06-14) + 181 sourced corrections (last checked 2026-10-15). Page built 15 October 2026. Report an error

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Daily cost (estimate)
~$80 per day
Best weather
Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov
Main airport
RUH
US travel advisory
Level 3: Reconsider travel

Pick your passport to see the entry rule for Saudi Arabia, how long you can stay and a flight search.

Visas and permits that Saudi Arabia accepts

Travelers who would otherwise need an embassy visa can enter Saudi Arabia with one of these documents. Each rule links to its official source.

  • US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa or US green cardgives On arrival

    Passports: All passports

    Tourist or business visa that has been used at least once (entry stamp from the issuing country), or US/UK/EU permanent residence (a temporary residence permit does not count). Tourism only — not valid for Umrah or work. An eVisa is also available.

    Source: Visit Saudi (Saudi Tourism Authority) official help centre

Recent rule changes for Saudi Arabia

  • 1 July 2026 · United Kingdom

    Saudi Arabia now asks British visitors for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

    Now eTA · 180dSource

Entry rules for Saudi Arabia by passport

Visa free7 passports

Show your passport at the border. Bring proof of your return trip.

On arrival67 passports

Get the visa at the airport or border when you land. A fee may apply.

eTA1 passport

A quick online travel authorization, usually approved within days. Apply before you fly.

Embassy visa required for 123 passports

Saudi Arabia entry: common questions

Which passports can enter Saudi Arabia without a visa?

Holders of 7 passports can enter Saudi Arabia visa-free: Armenia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Russia and United Arab Emirates.

Which passports get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia?

Holders of these 67 passports can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia: Albania, Andorra, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saint Kitts and Nevis, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United States and Uzbekistan. A fee may apply.

Who needs an eTA or eVisa for Saudi Arabia?

An online eTA is needed for United Kingdom passport holders.

Can a US, UK or Schengen visa help me enter Saudi Arabia?

Yes, for some passports. Travelers with any passport who hold a valid US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa or US green card can enter with a visa on arrival. Conditions apply; each rule on this page links to its official source.

How up to date are these Saudi Arabia entry rules?

The visa data comes from the Passport Index dataset (visualpharm/visa-free-dataset, updated 2026-06-14) + 181 sourced corrections (last checked 2026-10-15). This page was built on 15 October 2026. Entry rules change, so confirm with Saudi Arabia's official immigration website or embassy before you travel.