Saudi Arabia introduces groundbreaking initiatives to facilitate Umrah pilgrimages for UAE residents, including multi-entry e-visas and increased flight frequencies. These measures are set to streamline travel procedures and enhance accessibility for pilgrims.
Navigating the visa process for Saudi Arabia just got easier! The Ministry of Commerce has partnered with VFS Global to provide a more efficient and convenient experience for employees, delegates, and subsidiary companies.
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) in Saudi Arabia has lifted the controversial three-year ban on re-entry for expatriates who previously overstayed their exit and re-entry visas.
Saudi Arabia opens its doors to global talent with five new residency programs. From launching your startup to owning prime real estate, find your perfect path to residency and contribute to the kingdom's ambitious transformation.
Discover the ease of canceling exit/re-entry visas for expatriates in Saudi Arabia through the Absher platform. The General Directorate of Passports introduces a seamless process, emphasizing the non-refundable nature of issuance fees.
Saudi Arabia has introduced mandatory fingerprint registration for dependents of expatriates aged 6 or above. This regulation aims to enhance security and simplify access to government services and visas for foreign residents.
Saudi Arabia's new unified platform, ksavisa.sa, makes applying for Hajj, Umrah, tourist, and work visas a breeze. Apply online, track your application in real-time, and receive decisions within 3 business days.
Saudi Arabia has opened its doors wider to international investors with the launch of the "Investor Visitor" e-visa service. This online platform allows investors from around the world to apply for a multiple-entry visa with a one-year validity period, eliminating the need for physical visits to Saudi embassies.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has urged all holders of visit visas currently in the Kingdom to extend their visas electronically at least seven days before the expiry date. The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has clarified that there is no need to visit the Jawazat offices for extension purposes.
Saudi Arabia has extended access to its electronic tourist visa to citizens from six new countries, taking the total to 63. The new countries eligible for e-visas are Turkey, Thailand, Mauritius, Seychelles, Panama, and Saint Kitts and Nevis.