Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians

• Applicants should be above 18 years of age

•  Minors should be accompanied by parents or legal guardian

• Valid health insurance

• Valid Indian passport with validity of at least 6 months from date of travel

• Relevant documents as per the entry intent

Saudi Arabia Visa Application Process

 To apply for a visa to Saudi Arabia, applicants can visit the official website of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The following are the steps to apply for Saudi Arabia visa:http://embassies.mofa.gov.sa/to obtain the list of  

Online

Step 1: Visit the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal of Saudi Arabia (MOFA).   

Step 2: Create an account to apply for the visa. for apply for visa  

Step 3: Select the visa type out of 16 total visas available on the website. 

Step 4: Fill in the application form mentioning all relevant personal details, including your nationality, passport number, etc.

Step 5: Upload all required documents, including a scanned passport, proof of return flight ticket, bank statement, travel insurance certificate, passport-size photograph, and proof of accommodation. 

Step 6: Pay the fees online and save the payment receipt for future reference. 

Step 7: Your visa application will be processed within 5-10 days, typically. You will receive confirmation and e-visa in your email. 

Step 8: Download the visa and carry a printed copy for immigration check when you arrive in Saudi Arabia.

Offline

Step 1:  Collect the visa application form from:  

Consulate of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Mumbai city  

Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Delhi  

Step 2: Read the filling instructions and fill in the form  

Step 3: Attach the relevant documents  

Step 4: Submit the form and the visa fees to the Saudi Arabia embassy  

Points to be Included in the Visa Form

Following are few of the key requirements for the visa application process: 

• Name of the applicant 
• Mother name 
• Date of birth 
• Place of birth 
• Nationality 

• Present Nationality 
• Sex 
• Marital Status 
• Religion 
• Qualification 

• Profession 
• Home address and contact number 
• Office address and contact number 
• Passport details 
• Purpose of travel 

• Duration of stay 
• Mode of payment 
• Destination 
• Dependent's details, etc. 

• Valid passport with at least six months of validity from the date of application and at least two blank pages for stamping 

• Recent passport size photographs with white background 

Saudi Arabia Visa Fees

The following are the visa fees based on the type of the visa (payable to the registered visa agents)

Once the application is submitted, it will be reviewed to determine the approval/rejection based on the eligibility criteria and the details/documents provided by the applicants.

Note:

If approved, visa holders should not overstay the duration mentioned on the visa. A business visa does not allow the visa holders to work or reside in Saudi Arabia. Visitors are also required to abide by the country's Islamic laws and regulations and respect its society's traditions and values.

Saudi Arabia Visa Types

1. Business Visa
2. Commercial Visa
3. Employment Visa
4. Family Visit Visa
5. Companion Visa
6. Newborn Visa
7. Student Visa
8. Hajj Visa
9. Residence Visa
10. Premium Residence Visa
11. Government Visit Visa
12. Adding New-born-to-Saudi-Residence-Card
13. Diplomatic and Official Visa
14. Diplomatic Mission and Organizations
15. Escort Visa
16. Extension of Exit/Re-Entry Visa
17. Personal Visit Visa
18. Supplemental Journalist Visa Application
19. Umrah Visa

Documents Required for Different Types of Saudi Arabia Visas

The following are the essential documents required for business or work visa:

• Covering letter stating business contacts  

• Applicant's name designation  

• Role in business  

• An invitation from the sponsor of Saudi Arabia visit  

• Registration details of inviting companies  

• Educational qualification documents  

• Work experience letter 

• A Valid passport 

• Visa authorisation letter from MOFA 

• Medical fitness certificate 

• Original employment contract 

• Passport-size photographs  

The following are the essential documents required for family visit: 

• A Valid Passport 

• Passport-size photographs 

• Copy of invitation approval from MOFA (Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs) 

• Visa fee receipts 

• Travel insurance 

• Sponsor's ID 

• Polio certificate for each visitor  

• Marriage certificate in case of couples  

• Birth certificate in case of children 

• Consent letter for children 

The following documents are required for transit visa: 

• A valid passport 

• Passport-size photographs 

• Onward ticket 

Saudi Arabia Embassy Address in India

Delhi

Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia 

EP 30 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021 

Phone:  00911124102000 

Fax:  00911126111008 

Timings: Monday to Friday 

Office Timings: Mon to Fri - 09:00 A.M. to 04:00 P.M. 

Mumbai

Royal Consulate General of Saudi Arabia 

Maker Tower 'F', 4th Floor, Cuffe Parade, 

Mumbai - 400 005 

Telephone: 00912222156001, 00912222156002 

Fax: 912222156006 

Email: INCON@MOFA.GOV.SA 

Working Days: Monday to Friday 

Office Timings: Mon to Fri - 09:00 A.M. to 04:00 P.M.

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