Embassy
Embassy of Saudi Arabia, New Delhi
New Delhi
EP 30, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri
Saudi Arabia visa requirements for Indian citizens
Indian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia, from its embassy or consulate.
Passport
IND
India
Going to
SAU
Saudi Arabia
Visa needed
A tourist visa for people who cannot use online or arrival routes.
- Visa
- Required
- Fee
- SAR 300
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Check your passport stamps
Visa or entry may be refused if the passport contains an Israeli stamp, visa or if the holder also has Israeli citizenship (see Israeli stamps).
Make your trip easier
Do you already have any of these?
Some countries make entry easier if you hold a valid visa or residence permit from another country.
Special rules for Indian citizens in Saudi Arabia
- Tourist visa on arrival for holders of valid Schengen, UK and US visa.
- Visitors must arrive through national carrier of Saudi Arabia.
- Visa on arrival if holding two or multiple entry short-stay valid visa issued by UK, US or a Schengen member state for stays of no more than 90 days.
- They will be allowed to stay for 90 days at a stretch and can enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia multiple times during the validity period of their visit visa.
- Eligible visitors may obtain a tourist visa through the Package Visa programme by purchasing an integrated travel package from approved travel and tourism service providers via visitsaudi.com.
What to do
Find Saudi Arabia's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Saudi Arabia
Apply online if eligible, or through a Saudi embassy.
Visa not requiredVisa-free Gulf citizensCitizens of Gulf Cooperation Council countries can enter without a visa.
- Fee
- Free
How to apply
- Check that your citizenship qualifies.
- Show your accepted travel document at the border.
Documents required
- Accepted travel document
- Living in a Gulf country does not give you this visa-free entry.
eVisaeVisa through foreign visaAn online tourist visa based on a qualifying foreign visa you have used.
- Fee
- Check the charges shown
How to apply
- Choose your foreign visa in KSA Visa's visa finder.
- Add your passport, visa and proof of previous use.
- Fill in the form and pay the charges shown.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Current tourist or business visa
- Proof of entry using that visa
- Medical insurance
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- Your foreign visa must still be valid and used to enter its country.
- Check the Saudi visa for stay, validity and number of entries.
eVisaeVisa through permanent residenceAn online tourist visa based on your right to live abroad permanently.
- Fee
- Check the charges shown
How to apply
- Choose permanent residence in KSA Visa's visa finder.
- Add your passport and proof of permanent residence.
- Fill in the form and pay the charges shown.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Proof of permanent residence
- Medical insurance
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- A temporary residence permit does not qualify.
- The rules also cover parents, children and spouses travelling with you.
eVisaeVisa for Gulf residentsAn online tourist visa for eligible people living in Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
- Fee
- Check the charges shown
How to apply
- Choose Gulf residence in the official visa finder.
- Enter your passport and residence details.
- Check whether you qualify, including any job rules.
- Fill in the form and pay the charges shown.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Gulf residence permit valid 90 days
- Medical insurance
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- Confirm any job rules in the visa finder before applying.
- Gulf residence alone does not allow visa-free entry.
Visa on arrivalArrival visa by nationalityA tourist visa at the border for people from approved countries.
- Fee
- SAR 300
How to apply
- Check arrival eligibility in the official visa finder.
- Confirm with your airline before you leave.
- Bring your passport and required papers.
- Complete visa checks, fingerprinting and payment on arrival.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Medical insurance
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- Do not assume the online eVisa country list also applies here.
- Check your visa for stay, validity and number of entries.
Visa on arrivalArrival visa through foreign statusA tourist visa on arrival based on a qualifying foreign visa or residence.
How to apply
- Check your visa or residence route before departure.
- Bring your passport and proof that you qualify.
- Show your papers and get your visa on arrival.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Used US/UK/Schengen tourist or business visa
- Or US/UK/EU permanent residence proof
- Medical insurance
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- Foreign visas must remain valid and have been used to enter their country.
- The rules also cover parents, children and spouses travelling with you.
Visa requiredEmbassy tourist visaA tourist visa for people who cannot use online or arrival routes.
- Stay
- 30–90 days
- Fee
- SAR 300
How to apply
- Check how to apply with your Saudi embassy.
- Fill in the form and gather your papers.
- Submit as instructed and pay the charges.
- Check your visa's dates, stay and number of entries.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days from entry
- Return flight booking, unless entering overland
- Flight plan, unless entering by sea
- Place to stay
- Home address and personal details
- Proof of employment
- Bank statement or salary proof
- Medical insurance
- Hotel booking
- Travel insurance
- Fingerprints
- The embassy's service page directs visitors to KSA Visa.
- Single entry: stay 30 days; visa valid 90 days.
- Multiple entries: stay 90 days total; visa valid 365 days.
Sources (36)Last updated 11 November 2026
- General Directorate of Passports — official agency portal; direct retrieval was unavailable during this check
- Ministry of Interior service — Extension of Visit Visa
- Official Saudi tourist eVisa portal
- Official tourist eVisa terms and conditions
- KSA Visa — Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa platform
- KSA Visa — Visa category overview
- KSA Visa — Other visa options and residency
- KSA Visa — Electronic Travel Authorization
- KSA Visa — Package Visa
- Ministry of Tourism — Tourist Visa Regulations
- Saudi Embassy in the United States — Services and KSA Visa link
- Saudi Embassy in the United Kingdom — Services and KSA Visa link
- Saudi Embassy in India — Services and KSA Visa link
- National Portal — Visa and Tourism
- National Portal — Visit Visa Journey
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Transit Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Business Visit Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Business Visa Request
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Educational Visa
- National Portal — Educational Visa Journey
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Short-term Educational Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Permanent Work Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Temporary Work Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Family Visit Visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Medical Treatment Visa Request
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs service — Personal Visit Visa
- Saudi Press Agency — New Instant eVisa Options
- Saudi Press Agency — Visitor eVisa Expansion and Stopover Visa
- Saudi Press Agency — Launch of Electronic Travel Authorization for UK Citizens
- Saudipedia — Stopover Transit Visa
- Red Sea International Airport — Immigration and Visas
- Nusuk Umrah — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah platform
- Nusuk Umrah — Terms of Use
- Nusuk Hajj — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah platform
- Ministry of Health — Pilgrim Health Requirements
- Ministry of Health — Umrah Health Requirements, 1447H (2026)
Embassies for this trip
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Coming from India
- Plugs GAdapter needed
- MoneySAR ر.س
- Time−2h 30m
- DrivingOn the rightLook left first
- LanguageArabic
- Emergency911 police
Planning your Saudi Arabia trip
Best time to go: Winter is cooler than the very hot May–September period. Nights can fall below freezing, and rain is possible.
- MeccaOne of Islam’s holiest cities and a major pilgrimage destination. The surrounding area is closed to non-Muslims.
- MedinaA major Islamic holy city with the Prophet’s Mosque. Non-Muslims may view it from outside the perimeter fence outside the Hajj season.
- Desert landscapes and ancient ruinsThe country has extensive deserts, ancient ruins and natural landscapes to explore.
- Ta’ifThis mountain resort city has cooler summer temperatures than much of the country.
Scams to watch for in Saudi Arabia
About Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is an absolute monarchy covering most of the Arabian Peninsula in Western Asia.
- Capital
- Riyadh
- Money
- Saudi riyal (ر.س)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +966
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Questions
Are there special rules for Indian citizens visiting Saudi Arabia?
Do indian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Indian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Saudi Arabia visa?
At Saudi Arabia's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Is it easier to visit Saudi Arabia if I already have a US, UK or Schengen visa?
With a valid visa from Schengen, US and UK, the rule becomes "visa on arrival". With a valid visa from Schengen, US and UK, the rule becomes "visa on arrival" for up to 90 days.
Can I enter Saudi Arabia with Israeli stamps in my passport?
Visa or entry may be refused if the passport contains an Israeli stamp, visa or if the holder also has Israeli citizenship (see Israeli stamps).
Do saudi arabian citizens need a visa for India?
Saudi Arabian citizens need an eVisa for India. Apply on the official website.
Do other Asia passports get easier entry to Saudi Arabia?
Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar United Arab Emirates, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Saudi Arabia are easier for indian citizens?
Palestine, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan Kazakhstan, and 3 more let indian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Saudi Arabia?
Find Saudi Arabia's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi riyal (ر.س). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Saudi Arabia?
Arabic.
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