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Saudi Arabia — Kaaba & Masjid al-Haram, AlUla, Diriyah
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Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need a Saudi tourist or business visa issued through the Saudi visa platform with biometrics. Indians holding a valid, used US, UK or Schengen visa (or residency in those countries or the GCC) can apply for the Saudi tourist e-visa online instead.

Entry for IndiansVisa Required (Sticker / e-Visa)
Processing5 – 10 working days
Permitted stayUp to 90 days in total per year
AppointmentRequired (biometrics / submission)
CapitalRiyadh
CurrencySaudi Riyal (SAR)
LanguageArabic
Best time to visitOctober to March

Saudi Arabia Visa Options & Document Checklist

Saudi Tourist Visa (standard route)

Application on the Saudi visa platform (KSA Visa) through an authorised agency, with biometrics at a VFS Tasheer centre (or the Saudi Visa Bio app where available)

Processing5 – 10 working days
ValidityUp to 1 year, multiple entry
StayUp to 90 days in total per year

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Recent colour photograph — white background, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  5. Personal bank statements for the last 6 months, signed & stamped by the bank, showing sufficient funds for the trip
  6. Proof of occupation — Employed: employer NOC / leave approval and last 3 months' salary slips; Self-employed: GST / Udyam / company registration; Students: bonafide certificate or NOC; Retired: pension proof
  7. Travel medical insurance covering the stay in Saudi Arabia
  8. Biometrics (fingerprints)

Saudi Tourist e-Visa (eligible Indians only)

Apply at visa.visitsaudi.com — only if you hold a valid US, UK or Schengen visa that has been used at least once, or residency of the US, UK, EU or GCC

ProcessingUsually instant – 3 days
Validity1 year, multiple entry
StayUp to 90 days per year

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Valid US / UK / Schengen visa (used at least once) or residence permit
  4. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  5. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)

Saudi Business Visit Visa

Invitation (e-number) issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the Saudi company, then visa stamping via VFS Tasheer

Processing7 – 15 working days
ValidityAs issued (single or multiple entry)
StayAs per visa

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Recent colour photograph — white background, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Invitation letter from the Saudi company attested by the Saudi Chamber of Commerce, with MOFA e-number
  4. Covering letter from the Indian company attested by the Indian Chamber of Commerce
  5. Indian company registration proof (Certificate of Incorporation / GST registration) and last 6 months' company bank statement
  6. Biometrics at VFS Tasheer

Important Notes

  • Umrah and Hajj travel use separate visa categories and cannot be done on a business visa.
  • Women travellers aged 18+ can obtain a tourist visa and travel without a male guardian.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Visit Saudi — visa portal · KSA Visa platform. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Riyadh and a well-connected network of cities including Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca. The best time to visit is October to March, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Kaaba & Masjid al-Haram and AlUla.

Top attractions

Kaaba & Masjid al-HaramAlUlaDiriyahRed Sea CoastEdge of the World

Top cities

RiyadhJeddahMeccaMedina
FAQs

Saudi Arabia Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders need a Saudi tourist or business visa issued through the Saudi visa platform with biometrics. Indians holding a valid, used US, UK or Schengen visa (or residency in those countries or the GCC) can apply for the Saudi tourist e-visa online instead.
Processing is typically 5 – 10 working days. Validity: Up to 1 year, multiple entry. Permitted stay: Up to 90 days in total per year.
The core documents are: Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages; Recent colour photograph — white background, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof); Personal bank statements for the last 6 months, signed & stamped by the bank, showing sufficient funds for the trip. See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
Yes — Saudi Arabia requires an in-person submission or biometrics appointment for the standard visa route. Latitude Global books and prepares you for the appointment.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Saudi Arabia. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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