Saudi Arabia is an economic and tourism giant in the Middle East, attracting millions of tourists and expatriates. It already surpassed 100 million tourists — seven years before its original target year. Last year, the country welcomed over 27 million international and 79 million domestic tourists. If you’re from the UAE and looking forward to visiting this neighboring country, this article serves as a guide to getting a Saudi visa for UAE residents.
Things to know about Saudi visa for UAE-based expats
While UAE nationals don’t need a visa to visit Saudi, expats living and working in the Emirates do.
Like others in the GCC, if you’re an expatriate holding a residence visa in the UAE, you can apply for an e-Visa that will grant you a stay of up to 90 days.
To be eligible for the visa, you must meet the following requirements:
- You are at least 18 years old
- You have a residency document valid for at least three months
- You have a passport valid for at least six months
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