What documents does a United Kingdom citizen need for a Saudi Arabia visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry A return or onward ticket Proof of accommodation (hotel booking) Travel health insurance, which is typically bundled into the visa fee A digital passport-style photo for the online or on-arrival application Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay Women no longer need a male guardian or specific dress declaration to obtain a tourist visa, though modest dress is expected in public

What types of visas can United Kingdom citizens get for Saudi Arabia?

Tourist visa - single or multiple entry, valid for 1 year with stays of up to 90 days per visit, available online (eVisa) or on arrival at major airports Business visa - for meetings, conferences and trade visits, typically requiring a local sponsor or invitation letter Umrah/Hajj visas - separate dedicated categories for religious pilgrimage, applied for through approved travel agents

Can United Kingdom citizens get a Saudi Arabia visa on arrival?

Available to UK citizens at Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and other major international airports for tourist purposes Present your passport, return ticket, accommodation proof and photo at the visa counter, or complete the kiosk/online form just before travel The visa fee typically includes mandatory travel health insurance for the duration of the stay Processing at the airport is usually quick, often completed within 30-60 minutes Pre-applying online via the official Saudi eVisa portal before travel avoids queues on arrival

How much does a Saudi Arabia visa cost for United Kingdom citizens?

Tourist visa fee: approximately SAR 440-535 (around GBP 95-115), which usually includes the insurance premium On-arrival processing: typically 30-60 minutes Online eVisa processing (if applied for in advance): usually within a few minutes to 24 hours

What should United Kingdom citizens know before traveling to Saudi Arabia?

Applying for the eVisa online before departure is generally faster and avoids airport queues Dress modestly, particularly for women, even though the formal guardian and abaya requirements for tourists have been relaxed Carry proof of your hotel booking, as this may be requested at both the visa counter and hotel check-in Alcohol is strictly prohibited; check customs rules carefully before travelling, including for medication Extensions beyond the granted period should be arranged through the Absher portal or a local sponsor before the visa expires

Saudi Arabia Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

UK citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at major Saudi airports, or apply in advance online, for most tourist and business visits of up to 90 days.

Guide last updated October 7, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
A return or onward ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking)
Travel health insurance, which is typically bundled into the visa fee
A digital passport-style photo for the online or on-arrival application
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Women no longer need a male guardian or specific dress declaration to obtain a tourist visa, though modest dress is expected in public

Visa types

Tourist visa - single or multiple entry, valid for 1 year with stays of up to 90 days per visit, available online (eVisa) or on arrival at major airports
Business visa - for meetings, conferences and trade visits, typically requiring a local sponsor or invitation letter
Umrah/Hajj visas - separate dedicated categories for religious pilgrimage, applied for through approved travel agents

Visa on arrival

Available to UK citizens at Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and other major international airports for tourist purposes
Present your passport, return ticket, accommodation proof and photo at the visa counter, or complete the kiosk/online form just before travel
The visa fee typically includes mandatory travel health insurance for the duration of the stay
Processing at the airport is usually quick, often completed within 30-60 minutes
Pre-applying online via the official Saudi eVisa portal before travel avoids queues on arrival

Fees & processing time

Tourist visa fee: approximately SAR 440-535 (around GBP 95-115), which usually includes the insurance premium
On-arrival processing: typically 30-60 minutes
Online eVisa processing (if applied for in advance): usually within a few minutes to 24 hours

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

Applying for the eVisa online before departure is generally faster and avoids airport queues
Dress modestly, particularly for women, even though the formal guardian and abaya requirements for tourists have been relaxed
Carry proof of your hotel booking, as this may be requested at both the visa counter and hotel check-in
Alcohol is strictly prohibited; check customs rules carefully before travelling, including for medication
Extensions beyond the granted period should be arranged through the Absher portal or a local sponsor before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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