Travellers need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia for Umrah. A Saudi Arabia eVisa is the fastest way to obtain a visa. Travellers can apply online. Once approved, travellers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically.

Travellers with an Umrah eVisa are not permitted to perform Hajj, enter, or remain in Makkah during the Hajj season (April 18 to May 31, 2026).

You can get a visa on arrival for Tourism. Wait times are typically under 15 minutes. You'll need to use a self-service kiosk at the airport and pay by card. Arrive with your visa already approved by applying for an eVisa in advance.

Travellers need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia for Business or Tourism. A Saudi Arabian eVisa is the fastest way to obtain a visa. Travellers can apply online. Once approved, travellers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically.

Travellers visiting for business can take part in business meetings, conferences, workshops, and activities that do not involve signing a business contract or paid work.

Travellers arriving in Saudi Arabia who are carrying medications containing narcotic or psychotropic substances must obtain a clearance permit from the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) before arrival. This includes medications such as strong painkillers, sleeping pills, stimulants, and anti-anxiety drugs. Travellers can apply through the SFDA's Controlled Drugs System (CDS).

Travellers require a passport to enter Saudi Arabia. The traveller's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveller arrives in Saudi Arabia. The passport must have at least 2 blank pages.

• Health screening: While not always required, officials might ask for a health certificate or a medical exam upon arrival. This is more likely if you're coming from an area with a health outbreak or if you show signs of illness.