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The Complete Guide to the NEW Saudi Family Visit Visa

Recently, I invited my father to visit us in Saudi Arabia, but after asking people about it, I realized that the procedure to obtain a Family Visit Visa has changed so much that I had little idea how to apply for it. So, I decided to some research and went to speak to the experts at the local Saudi passport office in order to get acquainted.

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What is a Saudi Family Visit Visa? A visit visa is intended for immediate family members based outside Saudi Arabia allowing them to visit their loved ones who are normally resident in the kingdom. Two visit visa options are available; Single entry or Multiple entry. The first is for up to 30 days ONLY and is not renewable. The second is for up to 90 days ONLY. Then, the family visitor must leave and can reenter the kingdom for a further 3 months, up to 4 times.

The Saudi visa application system was recently upgraded and streamlined. This means that all visas including the Family Visit Visa are now processed online, from start to finish. 

The Application Process- 6 Main Steps

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The following shows the 6 main steps required to obtain the Family Visit Visa . These 6 steps are explained in a bit more detail in the article:

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Step 2. Iqama Holder Takes the Form to Sponsor to Sign and Stamp and if needed to the local Chamber of Commerce

Step 5. Visitor Submits Passport & Documents To Local Agency Dealing With Saudi Embassy

Step 6. Visitor Collects Passport/Documents plus Issued Family Visit Visa From the Saudi Embassy             

How much does a Saudi Family Visit Visa cost?

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The application process for the Family Visit Visa involves both:

  • Sponsor -The Iqama Holder Normally Resident In Saudi Arabia. 
  • The Visiting Family Membe r ( s )- Normally Resident In The Home Country. 

The Iqama holder’s dependents cannot themselves apply for a visit visa application using their own Iqamas.  

What Are The Conditions For Use Of The Family Visit Visa?

NOTE : With a Single Entry Family Visit Visa, the visitor (s) can stay for up to 30 days in Saudi Arabia, but it must be used WITHIN 3 months of the issue date in the passport.

Note: For a Multiple Family Visit Visa, the visitor (s) can come and go to Saudi Arabia every three months up to 1 year. Family visitors must leave the kingdom on or before 3 months expires. It should be used WITHIN 1 year of the issue date in the passport.

Who is Eligible for the Family Visit Visa? 

The following are the eligible categories: 

First Line Relatives

  • Wife/Husband
  • Father/Mother
  • Father in Law/Mother in Law
  • Orphans (discretionary)
  • Brothers/Sisters of foreign wives/husbands married to Saudis

Who is NOT eligible for a Family Visit Visa?

The following categories are not eligible for a Family Visit Visa. 

Distant Relatives

  • Aunts/Uncles etc
  • Nieces/Nephews
  • Grandparents

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The Resident Iqama Holder Applies For Family Visit Visa at MOFA Online and Prints a Completed Form

Documents required BEFORE applying:

  • Resident Iqama Holder’s Valid Residency Permit i.e. the Iqama
  • The Iqama With At least 4 month’s Validity 
  • Copy of The Applicant (s) Passport-i.e. Visiting Family Member (s)
  • Valid Profession of Iqama Holder

The application procedure for the family visit visa begins at the gateway to the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) portal. Click here for the MOFA homepage.

  • First, choose and click on E-Services
  • Click on Residents
  • Select Family Visit Visa
  • Read the Service Details
  • Click on Start The Service
  • Choose Individuals
  • Then, select Resident 
  • Click I Agree if you agree to visa terms and conditions
  • Enter Iqama Holder’s Residency Number (Iqama Number)
  • Select Single or Multiple Entry
  • Print the Form

Iqama Holder Takes the Completed Form to His/Her Sponsor to Sign and Stamp And If Needed to The Chamber of Commerce for Attestation

The sponsor then signs and stamps the document. If required for private company workers, the Saudi Chamber of Commerce can also attest it. Go there, pay 35 SR and get a printout.

Iqama Holder Checks His/Her MOFA Account To Confirm Acceptance And Sends Completed Form/Visa Number To Intending Visitor

  • Select Application
  • Enter Application Number
  • Enter Iqama Number
  • Enter Image Code
  • Click Enquire
  • Check Family Visit Visa Status

If yes, the Iqama holder sends a scanned copy of the completed, signed and stamped application form to the family member who is applying for the Family Visit Visa in his/her home country.

If it’s not ready, just wait. If it’s rejected, try again!

Iqama Holder/Visiting Family Member Registers, & Pays for Family Visit Visa at the Enjazat Website

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For this you need:

  • The Application Number
  • Intending Visitor Passport Number and Applicant’s Bio Data
  • MasterCard or Visa
  • Intending Visitor Passport Size Photo

Family Member Visitor Submits Documents To Local Visa Agency Dealing With The Local Saudi Embassy/Consulate

There will be a local Visa Agency in your country who charges you to submit your passport and documents to the Saudi Embassy to complete the process of issuing the Family Visit Visa.

In some cases, you can do it yourself to avoid the agency fee. Embassy staff may allow you to submit your passport and documents personally at the Saudi Embassy. It has worked before for some people! Try your luck!

A list of visa application agencies is with the Embassy perhaps even on their websites.

Documents Required For the Applicant:

  • Abshir Paper And Date Of Iqama Expiry
  • Print out of Family Visit Visa
  • Valid International Passport (Minimum 7 months validity remaining)
  • Copy Of Sponsor’s Passport With 6 months validity
  • Copy of Sponsor’s and Wife’s/Husband’s Passport
  • Copy of Sponsor’s AND/OR Wife/Husband’s Residency Permit, the Iqama
  • 4 passport size photos
  • Certified Sponsor’s Marriage Certificate IF Applicant (s) is an In-laws (Attested by MOFA + One Copy)
  • Certified Copy of Birth Certificate Of Son/ Daughter if Applicants (s) is an In-Laws (Attested by MOFA + One Copy) 
  • Original B Form (Attested By MOFA And One Copy)
  • Certified Copy of National ID Card of Applicant 
  • Family Book If Necessary
  • Certificate of Unmarried Female Above 18 years of Age (if required)

First, get your proof documents stamped and attested. Check how to do that in your country.

After compiling all the correct documents and checking your passport validity you can pay the agency fee and deposit your passport and documents at the Visa Agency.

The Saudi Embassy says the Family Visit Visa will be ready in up to 3 days under normal circumstances. Delays will involve requests for additional documents and/or checks

Visitor Collects Passport/Documents plus Issued Family Visit Visa From the Saudi Embassy 

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The local visa agency you are dealing with will arrange an appointment for you to come to collect your passport with issued Family Visit Visa and the documents. It can take up to 3 days or more depending on each individual case. They can also deliver it to you by post.       

Family Visit Visa renewals, Insurance, and Penalties for Overstaying

Can you extend a saudi single entry family visit visa.

No, it is only valid for 30 days. On or before the 30 days have expired your visitor must return to his/her home country and begin the whole Family Visit Visa application process from scratch. 

Can you extend a Multiple Entry Family Visit Visa?

No! For either the Single of Multiple Family Visit Visas , the visitor can only stay a total of 3 months after which they have to leave the kingdom.

However, multiple visit visa allows visitors to reenter Saudi Arabia using the same visa for up to 3 times, but not exceeding 1 year.

How do you check the status of your Family Visit Visa Insurance?

  • Application Reference Number (Family Visit Visa)
  • Sponsor’s Iqama Number 
  • Captcha Code

The status of the visit visa status will be shown to you.  

Do You Need Health Insurance For A Family Visit Visa?

Health Insurance is required for a Single and Multiple Entry Family Visit Visas. For the second , it can be extended. The cost of the visa insurance depends on age, sex and medical background of the applicant. Currently, the prices are between 30 SR and 100 SR.

Who Provides Health Insurance For A Saudi Family Visit Visa?

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There are a limited number of insurance companies authorized by the Ministry of the Interior to sell health insurance for the purposes of a Family Visit Visa .

They are:  

  • BUPA Arabia
  • Arabian Shield
  • AXA Cooperative
  • Allied Cooperative
  • Saudi United Cooperative

Compare insurance company offers before you buy the Family Visit Visa insurance to get the best offer.

What does a Family Visit Visa health insurance cover?

It is travel insurance that only covers treatment for emergency cases. You can use it in the case of emergencies, traffic accidents, repatriation after death, dental, dialysis, problems of pregnancy and injuries through accidents, etc. However, the costs of childbirth must be met by the family visit visa holder. 

Costs are covered for expenses up to a maximum of 100,00 SR. Policy limits are set in the contracts for cases of hospitalization, room, doctor and nursing services, and life support limited to 600 SR per day. Medication is NOT included in the policy. Conditions are given in each individual the insurance policy.  

Treatments Covered

Treatments not covered , how much does health insurance cost for a saudi family visit visa.

There is a criterion for insurance costs depending on the age, sex and medical background of the visitor applicant. Currently, the prices are between 30 SR and 100 SR.

How do you apply for the Saudi Family Visit Visa health insurance cover?

You apply online for travel insurance for the Family Visit Visa to any one of the Health Insurance providers on the list authorized by the Ministry of the Interior. Click on the following links to compare quotes for the Saudi Family Visit Visa. 

How Do You Register with Your Choice of Insurance Company ?

For complete details of how to apply for Health Insurance for the Family Visit Visa at your choice of insurance companies and for useful application tips click through to the following link.

  • Enter Your Personal Details
  • Enter Visitor Passport Holder Number
  • Enter Family Visit Visa Holder Number 
  • Enter the Border Number in Passport
  • Pay the Fee

Your Family Visit Visa Insurance will be issued to you! If later you wish to extend the coverage for a Multiple Entry Family Visit Visa you can log in again to the Insurance company website and click through to process the visit visa extension.  

How do you check for Medical Insurance Validity for a Saudi Family Visit Visa?

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This is how you do it.

  • Choose Inquire About Visitor Insurance
  • Then click Service Link
  • Enter Visitor Passport Number & Captcha Code

What happens if you overstay on a Family Visit Visa?

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Overstaying your  Family Visit Visa is a serious matter. If you fail to extend your  Family Visit Visa or if you remain in Saudi Arabia after your final extension has expired, the ministerial authorities will impose harsh penalties.

  • Imprisonment in Detention Centre
  • Deportation 
  • Pay expenses for repatriation
  • Possible Ban on reentering Saudi Arabia 

Overstaying your Family Visit Visa can easily be avoided by allowing time for delayed or canceled return flights out of the kingdom. Plan to leave the kingdom a few days before the expiration date of the Family Visit Visa. If this is not possible and you have to stay longer, then you should renew the Visit Visa as soon as possible. 

Related Questions

Does everyone need to have medical Insurance to visit Saudi Arabia? No, people coming for Hajj & Umrah, people on Diplomatic visas and Diplomatic mission do not need to apply for the mandatory visit visa health insurance. 

Salam Allekum! Hi there! Thanks for reading. Contact the Editor Mohammed Francis directly at [email protected] with any questions or queries.

Mohammed Francis

I am a UK national, a college teacher, father of 3, writer and blogger.

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You can check the family visit visa status online on the MOFA, Saudi Arabia website with the visa application number. Here is the procedure to do it.

How to find the application number?

The application number was generated by the MOFA at the moment you submitted the application for the family visit visa . 

If the application number is lost, call the MOFA office on this number 0114067777 and tell them your Iqama number, they will find the application number for you.

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Check family visit visa status

Now go to the MOFA website and select the English language. https://visa.mofa.gov.sa/

  • Inquiry Type: Application Number.
  • Enter the application number .
  • ID Number: Iqama Number .
  • Enter the captcha code.
  • Click on the “ Search ” button.

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Not submitted to COC

If you find the message while checking the family visit visa status “ طلبات الزيارة المصدقة إلكترونيا من أحد القنوات المعتمدة “, it means that your employer has not yet attested the application with the chamber of commerce. Your application will be submitted to the MOFA once it is attested by the chamber of commerce .

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Submitted to the COC

After submitting the application to the chamber of commerce, the family visit visa status will start showing the name of the chamber of commerce where it is submitted.

family visit visa status = submitted to chamber of commerce.

Demand under the measure

Sometimes, when people see the message “ Demand under the measure “, they feel their family visit visa application has been rejected.

The actual meaning of the “demand under the measure” is that the application is under approval or in process. You must sit tight and wait for the family visit visa application to be approved.

Demand under the measure meaning

Visit Visa Approved

If the message appears “ Please provide the person required to visit with the document number to complete the visa procedure from the relevant Kingdom missions through the approved centers and after meeting all the requirements. ” it means that your visa has been approved by the MOFA.

Now you can send the PDF copy of this document to your home country to process the visa. In Pakistan, you might need to book an Etimad Appointment .

family visit visa status = visa approved.

Application under process

If the message لطلب تحت الاجراء appears while checking the family visit visa status on the MOFA website, it means that your application is under process.

  • لطلب تحت الاجراء: Under process.

family visit visa status = under study.

No Results Found

  • لم يتم العثور على اي نتائج، يرجى التاكد من البيانات المدخلة: No results found, please check the entered data.

If the above-mentioned message appears while checking the family visit visa status after entering the application number on the MOFA website, it means that you either have entered the wrong information or your application has been deleted by the MOFA.

Visit Visa Rejected

If the following message appears while checking the family visit visa status, it means that your visa is rejected by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

  • تعتذر الوزارة عن تحقيق الطلب: The ministry apologizes for the requested demand.

family visit visa status: Visa Rejected.

  • The Ministry hopes to submit a new electronically certified application after verifying the validity of the relationship to the requested person. Greetings! – Make sure you are describing the relationship correctly in Arabic.
  • 5 reasons for Saudi Family Visit Visa Rejection

The Ministry hopes to submit a new electronically certified application after verifying the validity of the relationship to the requested person. Greetings!

We hope to record the data with all accuracy, our best regard: It means that your visit visa application has been rejected for entering inaccurate data. They will mention in the brackets the data wrongly entered.

For example, in the below screenshot the TITLE was wrongly entered. You need to apply again.

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Family Visit Visa in KSA

Deliver the complete Saudi family visit visa requirements , as it is important to obtain this document for your dependents. However, the entire process is simple if you follow the necessary steps carefully. In addition, you can bring your family with the assurance that you will not have any inconveniences.

In this guide, you will see the process to obtain a family visit visa in Saudi Arabia, which will allow you to bring your family members to the country. Likewise, you will learn about the progress regarding the visa, such as the implementation of the QR.

The MOFA Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa

Saudi family visit visa requirements

The family visa is a requirement to bring your immediate family members, such as parents, wife, and children. Moreover, the Saudi family visit visa requirements are the documents with which you can apply for the aforementioned visa. Likewise, the person in charge of issuing it is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia , by its acronym MOFA.

Requirements for family visit visa in Saudi Arabia

Below you will see the Saudi family visit visa requirements that you must submit in advance:

  • Fill out the electronic form that appears on the e-visa services page on the MOFA site. Then, through the chamber of commerce or employer, you must seal and validate it electronically.
  • Now, enter the requested data in Arabic, except for the names of those who are not Arabic. In this case, the names must match those on the passport of each applicant.
  • Likewise, the authentic residence permit that you present for residents.
  • The applicant must be a direct family member.
  • In the case of residents, the applicant must have a work visa.

Furthermore, being the holder of the Iqama, he is the one who will initiate the process to apply for a visit visa for his family. However, dependents, even if they have Iqama, will not be able to use them to apply for said visa.

Documents to apply for the MOFA family visit visa Saudi Arabia

Below you can see the Saudi family visit visa requirements that you must submit:

  • 1 copy of the passport of the holder who sponsors the Iqama
  • The applicant must present an international passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Copy of the Iqama or residence permit of the sponsor
  • 4 passport-size photographs
  • 1 apostilled copy of the ID of the applicant
  • Marriage certificate, which must be apostilled

Processes to apply for the Saudi family visit visa

When submitting the Saudi family visit visa requirements for the application process, you can do so in English or Arabic. Also, follow the steps detailed below:

Fill out the application

  • Enter the MOFA website.
  • Now, click APPLY on the Citizen Family Visit Visa Application.
  • Enter the username or Iqama number, your Absher account password, and click LOG IN
  • Next, you will reach your mobile number registered for your Absher account, the OTP which you will need to enter on the required site.
  • Then, select TRACKING.
  • Under the RESIDENT FAMILY VISIT APPLICATION option, click APPLY
  • Then, fill out the form completly
  • For the VISIT OBJECTIVES column, write FAMILY VISIT ONLY (in Arabic). If you are not fluent in Arabic, you can use a translation tool.
  • If you have visited the country before, complete the ENTRY VISA NUMBER.
  • Then, click ADD in the I WANT TO VISIT column.
  • Complete all the personal data of the applicant.
  • Fill in the passport data.
  • Also, complete all required information about the visa of the applicant.
  • After entering all the information, select ADD and you will immediately see the information on the bottom screen that says I WANT TO VISIT
  • In the same way, verify that the data is correct and, if there is incorrect information, click EDIT.
  • Also, to add more than one applicant, select the ADD button and follow the above process. Otherwise, select AGREEMENT APPROVAL and click SAVE to continue.
  • Now, it will generate the ORDER NUMBER of the applicant along with the APPLY FOR A FAMILY VISA application form.
  • Now, double-check the information.
  • Select PRINT to download the form and print it.

On the other hand, the employer of domestic workers may approve visas through Absher accounts. Furthermore, the employer is not required to send the application forms and must make the Saudi family visit visa status check.

Sending the visa form or number to the visitor

Generally, on the MOFA portal, you will be able to see the visa approval, then you must stamp it, and sign the application form. Likewise, you can check the KSA family visit visa status using the order number and Iqama number of the applicant. Then, select CONSULT.

Send the documents to the Embassy of Saudi Arabia or the authorized visa agency

Your family members can send the documents personally or through an agent to the Embassy or Consulate of Saudi Arabia in your country. Likewise, they can obtain the visa and passport by mail or in person.

Saudi Family Visit Visa Process Time

In general, the family visit visa takes 3 days to process but due to the large number of applications it may take a little longer.

Saudi Family Visit Visa Extension

Now, single-entry visit visas and multiple visa will allow you a 90-day stay in Saudi Arabia. Thus, you can extend it 2 times, obtaining a total of 270 days of stay. Likewise, you can extend the family visit visa through Absher for up to 6 months or 180 days.

However, there are multiple entry Saudi family visit visa requirements under Jawazat that you must comply with. In this case, visa holders will have to pay fines for not leaving 3 months before the extension.

On the other hand, to extend the visa, you must obtain health insurance through an authorized insurance company. Additionally, the extension fee is SAR 100 for any visit visa, and fines for overtime are SAR 500.

Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa Cost

The fee for the single-entry family visit visa and MOFA multiple-entry family visa is SR 200. Likewise, it is for any foreign applicant regardless of the country of origin.

How to check family visit visa status KSA?

Verify the family visit visa status check KSA through the MOFA with these simple steps:

  • Go to the MOFA website.
  • Now, change the query type option to INVITATION REQUEST ISSUED.
  • Write the visa number and Iqama identification number where applicable.
  • Next, enter the captcha code.
  • Finally, select SEARCH.

Once these steps are completed, you will be able to see the Saudi family visit visa status on the screen.

Family visit visa Saudi Arabia validity

Saudi family visit visa requirements

The Saudi Arabia family visit visa is valid for 30 days, and extendable for up to 5 extensions. Likewise, the extensions have terms of 90 days at a time for a maximum total of 180 days. For your part, you can request a multiple family visa with a validity period of 90 days to enter up to 4 times each time.

Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa Renewal

You can renew the family visit visa by following the steps detailed below:

  • Enter the Absher platform and log in.
  • Next, under the ELECTRONIC SERVICES option, click on PASSPORT SERVICES.
  • Now, select the VISIT VISA EXTENSION option.
  • Then, upload the attachments and required information.
  • Cancel the cost of the procedure.
  • Finally, submit your request.

Always do your KSA family visit visa status check to know how the process is going to avoid fines.

Saudi Family Visit Visa QR Code Status

Currently, to validate the passport, you will receive a QR code instead of the sticker that was placed on said document. Additionally, to verify the QR you can do the following:

  • Enter the MoFA web portal.
  • Then, switch to query INVITATION REQUEST ISSUED.
  • Enter the visa number and Iqama number.
  • Correctly type the Captcha verification code.
  • Finally, Click SEARCH

Family visit visa to perform Umrah

With a family visit visa, you can enter the country for pilgrimage thanks to the approval of the Hajj and Umrah process. Likewise, you can request it through the Nusuk Website.

In conclusion, as you have observed, the Saudi family visit visa requirements, processes, and verifications are simple. Furthermore, currently, the government has digitized the process which makes it even simpler. However, if you want more information about the Saudi family visa, do not hesitate to contact us and our professionals will assist you.

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How to Check Your Family Visit Visa Status Online

Mofa family visit visa check 2023.

Have you recently applied for a family visit visa in Saudi Arabia and are now looking to check the visa status ? It’s simple. With the online portal of MOFA (the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Saudi Arabia), finding out the status of your family visit visa is easy. Simply visit their official website, https://visa.mofa.gov.sa, and enter your visa application number and ID. Within seconds, you will get to know the status of your family visa application. We explain this process in detail in this article as a step-by-step guide. Let’s get started.

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How to Check Visit Visa Application Status

Before starting to check your visit visa status , ensure your visit visa application number and your iqama number are handy. You may be wondering what the Application Number for a family visa is. It’s the number written on the document you received upon submitting your family visit visa application online. Here are the steps on how you can check the visit visa status.

  • Go to the MOFA visa check website: https://visa.mofa.gov.sa
  • Select “ English ” from the top menu.

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  • Under the “Query” section, select “ Application Number ” from the “Inquiry Type” dropdown menu.
  • In the Application Number field, enter your 8-digit MOFA Visa Application Number .
  • Enter your Iqama Number into the ID Number field.
  • Complete the image code verification process.
  • Click on the “ Search ” button to get your family visit visa application status.

Once you have completed the above steps, your family visit visa application status will be displayed on the following page. If your application has been approved, you will receive your visa document, including the visa number, type, duration, and applicant details.

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Suppose your family visit visa application has been rejected ( read: the main reasons for rejecting a family visa ) or is still under review. In that case, you will receive a notification in the Arabic language on the status page of the MOFA website. This text will show you the status of your application and the reason for a rejection or pending status if provided. Just to let you know, the information is provided in Arabic. If you’re unfamiliar with the language, you can use an online translator to help you understand the message.

saudi family visit visa rejection

In conclusion, checking the status of your family visit visa application in Saudi Arabia has been made easy, thanks to the MOFA website. By using your Iqama number and MOFA visa application number, you can determine whether your application has been approved, is still under review, or has unfortunately been rejected. If approved, your MOFA visa document will be issued. On the other hand, if your MOFA visit visa application is denied or still pending, the MOFA website will notify you in Arabic, providing details about the status and reasons for rejection. I hope this guide helps.

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Personal Visit Visa

Requirements:

  • Original passport valid for no less than six (6) months, with at least two (2) successive empty visa pages. 
  • To fill your online application and make a visa payment, please log on to  https://visa.mofa.gov.sa .  ( Guideline for Enjaz )  Health insurance must be purchased from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Options for local health insurance providers will appear upon processing your Enjaz form.
  • A visa referral note: indicating number and date of visa, issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs or either of its branches in Jeddah or Dammam.
  • Minors (under 18 years) travelling alone, or with one parent, must submit a notarized letter in Arabic or English signed by a parent or a legal guardian.
  • For non-U.S. citizens, copy of green card or document confirming legal residence in the U.S.  

You May Also Apply For the Visa by: 

  • Applying in person at the embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • Via Mail to the Embassy's address: 601 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington DC, 20037.
  • Through the Embassy's authorized travel agencies .

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UAE residents' guide to e-visas for GCC countries: Validity, documents, process explained

While the implementation of the unified tourist permit is underway, residents of the gulf nations can continue to enjoy their current visa-free travel privileges.

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The GCC countries, inspired by the extensive European Schengen travel visa system, have unanimously approved a unified tourist permit . This unified visa will facilitate unrestricted movement among residents of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait.

While the Schengen-style visa is in the process of implementation, citizens of GCC nations can still benefit from their current visa-free travel privileges. Additionally, other residents can enjoy hassle-free travel through e-visa services.

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Here's a breakdown of the process for applying for an e-visa in each Gulf nation:

UAE citizens enjoy visa-free travel to Saudi Arabia for tourism purposes. However, residents have the option to apply for e-visa, which grants a validity period of 1 year and permits stays of up to 90 days. The e-visa is available in two types, single entry e-visa, and multiple entry e-visa; fees are Dh452 for a single entry visa.

Requirements :

  • Passport (the passport should not expire in the next six months after the e-Visa is issued.)
  • Bank information.
  • Place of accommodation. (Not mandatory)
  • A passport-sized photo with w white background.
  • Email address.
  • You will need to provide your Guardians' information such as phone number, residence and ID, and approval if the applicant is underage, in need of medical assistance, or handicapped.

Visa application process:

  • Access the official website of the Saudi Arabia eVisa portal or visit - https://visa.mofa.gov.sa/.
  • Create an account or log in if you already have one.
  • Complete the online application form with accurate information.
  • Upload scanned copies of your passport and a recent photograph meeting the specified requirements.
  • Upload a digital copy of your valid UAE visa or residency permit and provide the necessary residential information
  • Double-check to ensure all the information provided is accurate.
  • Enter the necessary medical information and choose one of the available medical insurance options.
  • Pay the visa fee online using the available payment methods.
  • Await approval notification via email, which will include the e-visa if approved.

UAE citizens can travel to Oman visa-free, while residents can opt for e-visa. Visitors can apply for this visa online through the Royal Oman Police website, allowing a stay of 28 days. Visitors can extend their visas for an extra week if necessary. The visa costs OMR 5.

Required documents:

Valid passport: You need a scanned copy of your valid passport. Your passport must be valid for 6 months from your date of entry.

Passport photo: The photo must be recent with a white background.

Resident permit: You need a copy of your residence permit. Your permit must be valid when you enter Oman.

  • Visit the Royal Oman Police (ROP) eVisa website. You'll see an option to apply for a tourist visa at the bottom of the website.
  • Create an account - provide your email address, password, and nationality and verify your account.
  • Click "Apply for visa" and "Apply for unsponsored visa." Then, fill out the online visa application form with the required details.
  • Upload digital copies of your passport, photograph, and any supporting documents as specified.
  • Pay the visa fee online using the provided payment methods.
  • Await approval notification via email, which will contain the e-visa if approved.

Nationalities from 102 countries can enter Qatar visa-free, and all others can apply for an e-visa using the Hayya platform online.

Depending on the passports they hold, residents have the option to obtain either a 90-day or a 30-day visit visa for Qatar. UAE residents who require the Qatar e-visa will have to pay QAR 100.

The Qatar e-Visa application is straightforward and uncomplicated. It consists of 3 easy steps - fill in the application form with your personal data and travel details, upload the essential documentation in PDF format, and make the payment for the processing of your application.

  • Proof of accommodation in Qatar (e.g., hotel booking or your host’s address)
  • Details of your return (or onward) travel
  • Copy of your passport (with a minimum validity of six months)
  • Copy of your residence permit or visa to any one of the eligible countries stated above (with a minimum validity of 30 days).
  • Documents stating the applicant's current employment status and occupation
  • Navigate to the official website of the Qatar Ministry of Interior's Qatar e-Visa portal.
  • Register for an account or log in if you have one that is existing.
  • Fill in the online visa application form with the required details.
  • Upload digital copies of your passport, photograph, and supporting documents.
  • Pay the visa fee online through the provided payment gateway.
  • Once processed, receive the e-visa via email.

Bahrain offers various types of visit visas tailored to the residency status and duration of stay for GCC residents and visitors. These include a two-week single-entry visa for GCC residents, a one-month multiple-entry visa for GCC visitors, a three-month multiple-entry visa for GCC residents, and a one-year multiple-entry visa for GCC residents. Each visa type has its conditions and validity period. Additionally, Bahrain also provides on-arrival visa services for eligible individuals. Visa fees differ as per the length of the visit.

Required terms of service:

  • Applicant must be outside Bahrain when applying for this visa.
  • Applicant must have had a current resident permit of a GCC country for at least 3 months.
  • Applicant's resident permit for a GCC country must be valid for at least another 3 months.
  • Applicants with GCC resident permits occupation should not be labourers
  • The visa is issued and paid online.

Validity conditions:

  • If the visa expires before entry to Bahrain, the applicant must apply again and another fee must be paid.

Entry conditions:

  • Applicant must not take up any paid or unpaid employment during the visit to Bahrain.
  • Passport must be valid for at least six months.
  • Copy of the applicant’s passport. (Family Page and any additional information page).
  • Copy of GCC residence permit valid for 3 months
  • Copy of valid confirmed return air ticket.
  • Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
  • Go to the official eVisa Bahrain website. / https://www.evisa.gov.bh/
  • Select the type of visa you need (tourist, business, etc.).
  • Upload scanned copies of your passport, photograph, and any other requested documents.
  • Pay the visa fee using the available online payment options.
  • Receive the e-visa confirmation via email once it's approved.

Travellers holding a valid UAE passport will not require visa to enter Kuwait. If you hold a foreign passport and a GCC residency card, you must obtain an e-visa before you can travel to Kuwait. This applies to all foreigners living in the UAE. The e-visa issued by the Kuwait portal is valid for up to 30 days.

The application process for the Kuwait online visa for UAE residents is quick, and it involves submitting a few basic personal details, passport information, and answering some security questions.

Requirements:

Eligibility: Individuals applying for a Kuwait visa from Dubai and the UAE must be either of the following: A resident of the UAE with a GCC residency permit that will be valid for at least 6 months. A national of one of the eligible countries listed below.

Passport validity: The applicant must have a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months from the date of application.

Security: There must be no security restrictions imposed on the applicant that would prevent them from entering Kuwait.

Visa compliance: Visitors must comply with all conditions of their visa when in Kuwait. Those who have breached the terms of their visa on previous occasions (such as staying in the country longer than permitted) may be denied a new visa.

  • Fill out your online application form for Kuwait e-visa
  • All information provided in the online application form for Kuwait e-visa should match exactly as per your passport.
  • Upload scanned copies of your passport, photograph, and any other necessary documents.
  • Pay the visa fee online through the available payment options.
  • Receive the e-visa via email once it's processed and approved.
  • Once the online application form was submitted, all the Kuwait e-visa notification and updates will be sent via email.

The Kuwait e-visa processing time is within 24 hours (except Friday, Saturday & holidays in Kuwait). However, some applications may take longer, up to three (3) business days, upon completion of the Kuwait e-visa application form.

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Saudi Arabia: Valid iqama a must for final exit visa

Quarterly renewal of residency permit available in the kingdom

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Cairo: An expatriate cannot obtain a final exit visa in Saudi Arabia without holding a valid iqama or a residency permit, a Saudi lawyer has said.

“No expat can get a final exit visa issued until he/she renews the iqama,” lawyer Zyad Al Shalaan said in a TikTok video.

He was answering a query if an expat whose iqama was expired two years ago can still obtain a final exit visa.

However, the same lawyer contended that holding an expired iqama in Saudi Arabia is not a reason for arrest.

“A policeman is not authorised to arrest a foreign resident because of the iqama expiry,” Al Shalan previously said.

He explained that failure to renew the iqama in due time is automatically punishable by a fine, unless there is another reason than the document expiry for arresting the holder.

A fine of SR500 is imposed on the expatriate who fails to obtain the resident ID in a maximum of 90 days after entering the kingdom.

The Saudi General Directorate of Passports has said that a medical test is among the requirements for a foreigner to be issued a resident ID via the government platform Absher or Muqeem portal for his/her employer after also paying the related fees.

Expatriates in the kingdom can get three-month residency permits with a renewal option for the same period, and they can save a digital copy of the iqama on their smartphones under a system launched in 2021.

The quarterly renewal of iqama allows the expatriate to pay for the dependent’s fee on a quarterly basis too.

According to a government payment system, the iqama fee can be paid on a quarterly- or biannual basis.

Saudi Arabia, a country of around 32.2 million people, is home to a large community of foreign workers.

Foreigners make up around 13.4 million or 41.5 per cent of the kingdom’s overall population, according to a recent census.

Saudi authorities recently introduced a set of facilities for expatriates.

Foreign residents leaving on exit/re-entry visas can now return to Saudi Arabia until the last day of their valid visas.

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