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How to Get Visa for Saudi Arabia from India?

According to Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia ushers to welcome more than 100 million international tourists to strengthen its economy. It has opened its border to the world, which was previously restricted.

Therefore, now it is easy to apply for Saudi Arabia visa for Indians and get approval. Indians with a valid passport can visit the official visa application website for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and fill up the form providing details and documents.

Here we have presented all information that you need to know for a Saudi visa application.

Online Steps to Get Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians

Applying for a Saudi Arabia visa for Indians in online mode is straightforward. However, the process and documentation vary slightly based on the type of visa you are applying for.

Here are the steps to follow -

Step1

Visit the website of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia MOFA and create an account for visa applications.

Step2.

Select one from the various types of Saudi visas for Indians applicable according to your visit intent from options like -

Tourist
Personal visit
Business
Employment
Student
Hajj
Family visit
Diplomatic and official

There are a total of 16 Saudi Arabia Visa types for Indians. While applying on the official MOFA website, you can find all types and their details.

Step3.

Fill up the form with data mentioning your details, and pay the online fees. Next, download the filled up form and take a printout.

Step4.

Attach all relevant documents with the application form’s hard copy and submit it to the nearest Saudi Arabian Embassy office.

Offline Steps to Get Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians

Your search for how to get visa for Saudi Arabia from India offline ends with only two Embassy houses in India.

These are -

Consulate of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Mumbai city.
Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Delhi.

You can collect the application form from these two centres. Now, follow these steps -

Read the instructions regarding visa type, eligibility, fees, and documents given with the form.
Fill in the form mentioning personal details. Attach the documents as per the checklist.
Along with fees, submit the form to the embassy house for Saudi Arabia.

Documents Required to Get Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians

Right documents are the key to success for how to get visa from India to Saudi Arabia. Some of the common documents:

Passport - Valid Indian passport with at least 6 months validity from the date you plan to enter Saudi Arabia.
Photograph – 2 copies of applicant’s photo in white background, taken recently in the last 3 months, 85% face coverage without eyeglasses, and size 35mm X 45mm.
Visa application form – duly filled and signed visa application form.
Health insurance - Copy of health insurance applicable in Saudi Arabia.
Medical fitness certificate - The embassy doctor gives a medical fitness certificate.
Accommodation - Proof of hotel booking or accommodation details.

Documents required based on visa types are as follows:

Visa Type or Intent of Visit	Special Documents Required	Who Can Visit
Family visit	Marriage certificate for a married couple, birth certificate for children, and polio certificate of each visitor	Any family with members
Business visit	Recommendation letter from Chamber of Commerce, covering letter stating business contacts, applicant's name designation, role in business, an invitation from the sponsor of Saudia Arabia visit, inviting companies registration details.	Only people in the role of Managers, Directors, Assistants, Purchase/Store Manager, Managing Directors, Partners, etc., can apply in this category.
Temporary work visa	Recommendation letter from Chamber of Commerce, covering letter stating business contacts, applicant's name designation, role in business, an invitation from sponsor of Saudi Arabia visit, inviting companies registration details, work experience letter, educational documents.	Technicians, Engineers, Lecturers, Teachers, Professors, Advocates, Software Developers, Mechanics, Doctors, etc.
Transit visa	Recommendation letter from Chamber of Commerce, covering letter stating business contacts	Businessmen

What Is the Eligibility to Get Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians?

Eligibility criteria for Saudi Arabia visa for Indian citizens are -

Must have a valid Indian passport with at least 6 months validity from the date you plan to enter Saudi Arabia.
Should be above 18 years or is accompanied by a guardian.
Must have health insurance valid in Saudi Arabia.
Right documents as per entry intent like covering letter, invitation letter, etc., for business or commercial tour.

What Are the Fees for Applying a Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians?

Saudi Arabia visa fees are as follows -

Visa Type	Stay	Fees (in ₹)
Tourist multiple entries	30 days	16500.0
Tourist single entry	90 days	16000.0
Work single entry	90 days	18000.0
Business single entry	90 days	16000.0

What Is the Validity of Saudi Arabia Visa for Indians?

Saudi visa with multiple entries is generally valid for 1 year. However, you can stay a maximum of up to 90 days in visits.

Validity details are given below -

Visa Type	Validity	Stay duration
Family visit	60 days	30 days
Business visit	90 days	30 days
Temporary work visit	90 days	90 days
Business transit	60 days	72 hours

After application and payment submission, you can view your Saudi visa status online.

Getting a Saudi Arabia visa for Indians is very easy on submitting the proper documents, personal details, and processing fees. The details mentioned here will support the applicant to a great extent. Individuals can also visit the website of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia MOFA to check application status, reason of rejection, and other details.