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Riyadh Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
eVisa

Last updated: November 2025

Special Condition

Hold valid US, UK, EU, or Schengen visa/residence permit

Requirement: eVisa or Visa on Arrival

Indian nationals with valid tourist/business visa from UK, US, or Schengen (used at least once) can get e-visa or visa on arrival

Key Information

Stay Duration
90 days (within 1 year validity)
Processing Time
24 hours for e-visa
Visa Fee
$199 (~₹16,500) for tourist e-visa
Popular With
Pilgrims and business travelers

Key Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Valid US/UK/Schengen visa or residence permit (tourist/business visa must be used at least once)
  • Email address for e-visa delivery
  • Credit/debit card for payment
  • Hotel booking confirmation

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Check eligibility: Must have valid US/UK/Schengen visa that has been used at least once

  2. 2

    Visit https://visa.visitsaudi.com/ to apply for e-visa

  3. 3

    Fill application form with accurate details

  4. 4

    Upload required documents (passport, visa proof, photo)

  5. 5

    Pay visa fee of $199 online

  6. 6

    Receive e-visa approval within 24 hours via email

  7. 7

    Print e-visa and carry with passport to Saudi Arabia

Documents Required

  • Passport with 6+ months validity
  • Valid US/UK/Schengen visa or qualifying residence permit
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Proof that qualifying visa has been used (entry stamp)
  • Hotel booking confirmation
  • Return flight ticket

Pro Tips

  • If you have US tourist visa, use it once before applying for Saudi e-visa - saves embassy hassle
  • E-visa processing is fast - usually approved within 24 hours
  • Saudi Arabia opened for tourism in 2019 - great time to explore
  • Keep digital and printed copies of qualifying visa/residence permit
  • Umrah visa is separate - tourist e-visa does NOT allow Umrah pilgrimage
  • Women can travel independently - no male guardian requirement for tourists

Important Notes

  • • Indians are NOT eligible for direct e-visa without qualifying visa/residence permit
  • • Qualifying visa must be US/UK/Schengen tourist or business visa that has been USED at least once
  • • E-visa is valid for 1 year with multiple entries (90 days max stay)
  • • Visa on arrival also available at Saudi ports if traveling with Saudi airline
  • • GCC residence visa holders (valid for 3+ months) also eligible for e-visa

Official Source

Visit official website

Best Time to Apply

2-3 days before travel (if eligible)

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