Saudi visa resources
How to apply for a Saudi Arabia visa
A plain-language overview of how to apply for a Saudi Arabia visa — the tourist e-Visa, Umrah and Hajj via Nusuk, and business visas via a Saudi mission — with links to the official platforms.
Important
The steps below are the general shape of a Saudi Arabia visa application. Your exact route and requirements depend on your nationality and the purpose of your visit, so always confirm against the official KSA Visa platform, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and — for pilgrimage — the Nusuk platform linked on this page.
Choose the right visa
Pick the visa that matches your purpose — a Tourist Visit Visa for tourism (and Umrah outside the Hajj season), an Umrah or Hajj Visa via Nusuk for pilgrimage, a Business Visit Visa for business, or a Transit Visa when passing through. Start with the official KSA Visa "explore visa options" page to identify the right one.
Apply online for a tourist e-Visa
Eligible nationals can apply for the Tourist Visit Visa online through the official KSA Visa platform, or obtain it as a visa on arrival where they qualify. Use only the official KSA Visa platform — third-party sites are not the government service.
Use Nusuk for Umrah and Hajj
Umrah and Hajj are arranged through the official Nusuk platform, which offers packages that can include the visa and travel arrangements. Follow the steps on Nusuk for pilgrimage travel.
Apply through a mission for other visas
Business visit visas and some other categories are requested through a Saudi diplomatic mission (embassy or consulate) abroad. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-services pages explain how to apply.
Next steps
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-09. Information only — not legal advice.