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Saudi Saudi Arabia Business Visit Visa

For travellers making business-related visits to Saudi Arabia, requested through a Saudi diplomatic mission abroad.

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The fee, validity, maximum stay, number of entries and processing time for the Business Visit Visa were not verifiable from an official source - the rule (invitation-based, applied via the MFA/embassy) is described but those figures must be confirmed on visa.mofa.gov.sa or with the Saudi mission.

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.
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Official name
Business Visit Visa
Route type
Business visa
Where to apply
A Saudi embassy/consulate or the MFA e-services (Enjaz) portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa)
Sponsorship
Requires an invitation from a party in Saudi Arabia
Passport validity
At least 6 months
Confirm the current requirement with the mission.

Who can apply

  • Business travellers visiting Saudi Arabia
  • People attending meetings or business-related activities in Saudi Arabia

What you can do

  • Undertake business-related activities in Saudi Arabia, per the official conditions

Requirements

  • An invitation from a registered party or sponsor in Saudi Arabia
  • A passport valid for at least six months
  • A completed MFA visa application
  • Meeting the conditions set by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

How to apply

  • Your Saudi sponsor obtains an approved invitation (arranged through the Chamber of Commerce and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
  • Complete the visa application on the MFA e-services / Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa)
  • Submit the application through a Saudi diplomatic mission (embassy or consulate) or an authorised visa centre
  • Pay the applicable visa fee

Documents you may need

  • A passport valid for at least six months
  • A recent passport-sized photograph
  • The completed MFA visa application form
  • The invitation letter from your Saudi sponsor (approved by the Chamber of Commerce / MFA)

Frequently asked questions

  • No. A Business Visit Visa is invitation-based - it requires an approved invitation from a party or sponsor in Saudi Arabia before the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will issue the visa.

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.

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