Study visas
Saudi Student Visa
For foreign nationals accepted by a Saudi educational institution to enter the Kingdom to study.
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Exact document lists, validity periods, fees and processing times are set by Saudi authorities and were not confirmed against a fetchable official page; verify on the MOFA visa portal before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Saudi Arabia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Student Visa
- Route type
- Study / education
- Prerequisite
- Acceptance by a recognised Saudi educational institution
- Authorisation
- MOFA authorisation arranged by the institution before applying
- Application portal
- visa.mofa.gov.sa, then a Saudi embassy/consulate
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals admitted to a Saudi university, college or school
- Scholarship students placed at a Saudi institution
- Applicants who need to reside in the Kingdom for the duration of their studies
Requirements
- A confirmed acceptance / place at a recognised Saudi institution
- A MOFA visa referral / authorisation arranged by the institution
- A passport valid for the required minimum period with blank pages
- Academic certificates, medical report and police / criminal-record clearance as required
- Documents in Arabic or English, or with certified translations
What you can do
- Enter Saudi Arabia to pursue an approved course of study
- Reside in the Kingdom for the study period
- Renew the visa (for scholarship students) through Ministry of Education e-services
How to apply
- Secure admission to a recognised Saudi institution
- Have the institution obtain the MOFA authorisation letter
- Complete the study-visa request form on the MOFA visa portal
- Submit the application and documents at a Saudi embassy / representation office
- Renew via Ministry of Education e-services where applicable
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.