Saudi Arabia Passport & Visa Requirements

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Passport & Visa

Visa Agencies: Avoid the stress and queues, get a visa agency to arrange your visa.
Travel Visa Pro, San Francisco, USA. 1-888-470-8472 or www.TravelVisaPro.com
Global Visas, Saudi Arabia: African visa assistance agency

Entry requirements for Americans: US citizens require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements for UK nationals: British passport holders require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements for Australians: Australians require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements for South Africans: South Africans require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish passport holders require a valid passport and visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Passport/Visa Note: All visitors require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia, and visas are only granted to those with sponsorship in the country. Tourist visas are granted only to selected groups on a limited basis. Everyone who enters the Kingdom should have a valid passport with at least six months validity in addition to the appropriate visa and a return ticket, with all necessary documents. Women entering the Kingdom alone must be met by a sponsor or male relative and have confirmed accommodation for the duration of their stay. Entry may be refused to any visitor arriving in an intoxicated state, men wearing shorts, women in tight clothing or with legs and arms exposed, and to couples displaying affection in public. There are special requirements for pilgrims undertaking the Hajj or visiting holy sites.

Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.