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Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Name Saudi Arabia
Location Middle East.
Time IST (-) 2 1/2 hrs
Capital Riyadh
Language Arabic (official) and English.
Area 2,240,000 sq kms
Population 26,939,583 (July 2013 est.)
National Day 23 Sep
Currency Saudi Arabian Riyal (SAR) 1 = INR 14.98.
Saudi Arabian Riyal (SAR) 1 = INR 14.98. Saudia (SV)
International Airports King Khalid (Riyadh) (RUH), Al Khobar (Dhahran) (DHA) , King Abdul Aziz (Jeddah) (JED)

Diplomatic Missions in India

Name: Saudi Arabia

NameRoyal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
AddressNo - 2, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar,
CityNew Delhi - 110 057
Helpline4324 4444
Fax2614 4201 / 4244
Working DaysMon to Fri
Office Timings0900 to 1600 hrs
Submission Timings0930 to 1100 hrs (Mon and Wed)
Collection Timings1400 to 1500 hrs (Wed and Fri)
Jurisdiction to ApplyVisa is handled for all over India except Maharashtra and Goa.

 

NameRoyal Consulate General of Saudi Arabia
AddressMaker Tower 'F', 4th Floor, Cuffe Parade,
CityMumbai - 400 005
Helpline022- 2215 6001, 6002, 6003, 6004
Fax022- 2215 6006 - 6009
Working DaysMon to Fri
Office Timings0900 to 1600 hrs
Submission Timings0930 to 1230 hrs
Collection Timings1400 to 1600 hrs
Email ID'sincon@mofa.gov.sa
Jurisdiction to ApplyVisa is handled for Maharashtra and Goa.



Requisite Documents and Fees

Name: Saudi Arabia

Note: For all cases, the Applicant needs to complete an online form on www.mofa.gov.sa and then take a print of the mofa number/ reference number. It should be submitted along with the visa support documents.

Tourist

Visa is not issued.

Business

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground is essential.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Invitation letter thru Chamber of Commerce (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia).
  • C. R. (Company Registration) copy of the Inviting Company in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa is valid for 30 to 90 days and is issued for a stay upto 15 to 30 days. Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Single EntryINR 4984
Multiple EntryINR 9234
LegalisationINR 500

Commercial Visit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground is essential.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Invitation letter through Chamber of Commerce (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia). Please note on invitation letter the designation should be mentioned as Manager, General Manager, Deputy Manager ,Director, Managing Director, Vice President, Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, Export Manager, Sales Executive, Business Development Manager & consultant.
  • C. R. (Company Registration) copy of the Inviting Company in Saudi Arabia.
  • Original highest Degree Certificate as of same profession the visa applied for, attested by the Ministry of Education and from Ministry of External Affairs. It is a mandatory requirement now.
  • Visa is valid for 30 to 90 days and is issued for a stay upto 15 to 30 days. Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
Single EntryINR 4984
Multiple EntryINR 9234
LegalisationINR 500

Family Visit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy allowed in Delhi).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • A copy of “Aqama” (Residence Permit) and a copy of the visa slip (to be arranged by the Sponsor).
  • Visa is valid for 60 days. Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Sponsorer passport copy of the first, second and last page.
  • If wife travelling than Marraige certicitae is required and if child accompaying than polio certiticficate and birthr certificate is required.
Visa fee isINR 4984

Transit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • Visa is required if the stay is more than 12 hours.
  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Copies of the visa slip (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia).
  • Photocopy of the highest Degree Certificate.
  • Visa is valid for 60 days and is issued for a stay of up to 72 hours. It can be extended to two weeks.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.

Visa Fee is INR 2934

Visa fee isINR 2934

Seamen

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground is essential.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia.
  • Copies of the visa slip (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia).
  • Photocopy of the highest Degree Certificate.
  • Indian Seamen travelling on duty must hold a Letter of Guarantee from the Shipping Company with the Seamen Book and passport.
  • The Shipping Agent in Saudi Arabia should send a fax message to the Embassy stating particulars of the Seamen and the date and port of joining the Ship.
  • Visa is valid for 60 days and is issued for a stay of up to 15 days which can be extended for 2 weeks.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 2934

Umrah

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • Applicant needs confirmed return / onward air ticket.
  • Traveler’s cheques, in original, amounting to a minimum of USD 500.
  • Vaccination Certificate against Meningitis and Cholera.
  • Visa is valid for 30 days and it is issued for a stay of up to 15 days.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Visa is Gratis.

Umrah Visa is not issued to Individuals. It should be obtained through an approved Umrah Tour Operator.

Haj

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • Applicant needs confirmed return / onward air ticket.
  • Traveler’s cheques, in original, amounting to a minimum of USD 500.
  • A draft for SR 400 in the name of the Applicant, payable at Jeddah for personal expenses, along with a draft for SR 789 as ‘Moallim Fee’ favouring United Agencies Jeddah is mandatory. This fee varies every year.
  • Vaccination Certificate against Meningitis and Cholera.
  • Visa validity depends on the period of Haj. Usually the stay permitted is till the 10th day of the Moharram month.
  • Haj requirements are fixed by the Haj Ministry in Saudi Arabia and coordinated with Haj Committees in India. It is subject to change every year.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Visa is Gratis.

Temporary Work Permit Visa (New Category)

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Agreement from Saudi Arabia Company attested from Saudi Arabia Chamber of Commerce in the name of the Applicant.
  • Confirmed Air ticket.
  • Original payment order of SR 2000 towards visa fee paid in Saudi Arabia is also needed.
  • Medical Certificate from an Embassy approved Doctor.
  • Experience letter of the Applicant of the last 2 years.
  • Degree required as per the category applied for. Degree certificate should be first attested by the MInistry of Education than by Ministry of External Affairs and lastly by the Saudia Embassy.
  • Visa is valid for 90 days and it is issued for a stay of 3 months.
  • The visa can be extended by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 15,984
LegalisationINR 500

Work Permit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • Confirmed Air ticket.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Invitation letter through Chamber of Commerce (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia). Please note on invitation letter the designation should be mentioned as Software Engineer, Engineer, Technician, Electric Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Draftsman, Computer Programmer & Computer Analyst.
  • C. R. (Company Registration) copy of the Inviting Company in Saudi Arabia.
  • The original ” Electronic Wakala” (Power of Attorney) in the name of the Applicant or that of an Embassy approved Travel Agency is required.
  • Original PCC issued from the nearest Police Station is required attested by the Ministry of External Affairs.
  • Online Medical Certificate from an Embassy approved Doctor.
  • Degree required as per the category applied for. Degree certificate should be first attested by the MInistry of Education than by Ministry of External Affairs and lastly by the Saudia Embassy.
  • Work / Service / Contract letter attested by the Saudi Chamber of Commerce and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Saudia Aribia.
  • Visa is valid for 90 days and it is issued for a stay of 3 months.
  • The visa can be extended by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 4984
LegalisationINR 500

Family Residence

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

For family members joining the husband/ father living in Saudi Arabia.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • An original payment order of SR 2000 paid in Saudi Arabia towards visa fee.
  • A copy of the visa slip.
  • Medical Certificate from an Embassy authorised doctor.
  • In the case of a wife visiting her husband, a copy of the Marriage Certificate is to be submitted.
  • If children below 5 years are joining Parents their Polio Certificate is required.
  • A copy of the Birth Certificate should also be included.
  • The visa can be extended by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 4984

Requisite Documents and Fees

Name: Saudi Arabia

Note: For all cases, the Applicant needs to complete an online form on www.mofa.gov.sa and then take a print of the mofa number/ reference number. It should be submitted along with the visa support documents.

Tourist

Visa is not issued.

Business

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground is essential.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Invitation letter thru Chamber of Commerce (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia).
  • C. R. (Company Registration) copy of the Inviting Company in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa is valid for 30 to 90 days and is issued for a stay upto 15 to 30 days. Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Single EntryINR 4984
Multiple EntryINR 9234
LegalisationINR 500

Commercial Visit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground is essential.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Invitation letter through Chamber of Commerce (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia). Please note on invitation letter the designation should be mentioned as Manager, General Manager, Deputy Manager ,Director, Managing Director, Vice President, Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, Export Manager, Sales Executive, Business Development Manager & consultant.
  • C. R. (Company Registration) copy of the Inviting Company in Saudi Arabia.
  • Original highest Degree Certificate as of same profession the visa applied for, attested by the Ministry of Education and from Ministry of External Affairs. It is a mandatory requirement now.
  • Visa is valid for 30 to 90 days and is issued for a stay upto 15 to 30 days. Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
Single EntryINR 4984
Multiple EntryINR 9234
LegalisationINR 500

Family Visit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy allowed in Delhi).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • A copy of “Aqama” (Residence Permit) and a copy of the visa slip (to be arranged by the Sponsor).
  • Visa is valid for 60 days. Visa can be extened in Saudia Foreign Ministry.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Sponsorer passport copy of the first, second and last page.
  • If wife travelling than Marraige certicitae is required and if child accompaying than polio certiticficate and birthr certificate is required.
Visa fee isINR 4984

Transit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • Visa is required if the stay is more than 12 hours.
  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Copies of the visa slip (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia).
  • Photocopy of the highest Degree Certificate.
  • Visa is valid for 60 days and is issued for a stay of up to 72 hours. It can be extended to two weeks.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.

Visa Fee is INR 2934

Visa fee isINR 2934

Seamen

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground is essential.
  • A Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce. If applying from Mumbai, the letter should come from the Indian Merchant Chamber of Commerce.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia.
  • Copies of the visa slip (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia).
  • Photocopy of the highest Degree Certificate.
  • Indian Seamen travelling on duty must hold a Letter of Guarantee from the Shipping Company with the Seamen Book and passport.
  • The Shipping Agent in Saudi Arabia should send a fax message to the Embassy stating particulars of the Seamen and the date and port of joining the Ship.
  • Visa is valid for 60 days and is issued for a stay of up to 15 days which can be extended for 2 weeks.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 2934

Umrah

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • Applicant needs confirmed return / onward air ticket.
  • Traveler’s cheques, in original, amounting to a minimum of USD 500.
  • Vaccination Certificate against Meningitis and Cholera.
  • Visa is valid for 30 days and it is issued for a stay of up to 15 days.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Visa is Gratis.

Umrah Visa is not issued to Individuals. It should be obtained through an approved Umrah Tour Operator.

Haj

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • Applicant needs confirmed return / onward air ticket.
  • Traveler’s cheques, in original, amounting to a minimum of USD 500.
  • A draft for SR 400 in the name of the Applicant, payable at Jeddah for personal expenses, along with a draft for SR 789 as ‘Moallim Fee’ favouring United Agencies Jeddah is mandatory. This fee varies every year.
  • Vaccination Certificate against Meningitis and Cholera.
  • Visa validity depends on the period of Haj. Usually the stay permitted is till the 10th day of the Moharram month.
  • Haj requirements are fixed by the Haj Ministry in Saudi Arabia and coordinated with Haj Committees in India. It is subject to change every year.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
  • Visa is Gratis.

Temporary Work Permit Visa (New Category)

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Agreement from Saudi Arabia Company attested from Saudi Arabia Chamber of Commerce in the name of the Applicant.
  • Confirmed Air ticket.
  • Original payment order of SR 2000 towards visa fee paid in Saudi Arabia is also needed.
  • Medical Certificate from an Embassy approved Doctor.
  • Experience letter of the Applicant of the last 2 years.
  • Degree required as per the category applied for. Degree certificate should be first attested by the MInistry of Education than by Ministry of External Affairs and lastly by the Saudia Embassy.
  • Visa is valid for 90 days and it is issued for a stay of 3 months.
  • The visa can be extended by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 15,984
LegalisationINR 500

Work Permit

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

  • The Applicant should have an original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of expiry of the visa.
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • Confirmed Air ticket.
  • A Covering Letter from the Indian Organisation/ Individual Company, stating details of the business and contact addresses of Business Associate/ s in Saudi Arabia. It is mandatory to have the designation of the applicant, nature of business to be mentioned on the covering letter and a company seal on it.
  • Invitation letter through Chamber of Commerce (to be arranged by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia). Please note on invitation letter the designation should be mentioned as Software Engineer, Engineer, Technician, Electric Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Draftsman, Computer Programmer & Computer Analyst.
  • C. R. (Company Registration) copy of the Inviting Company in Saudi Arabia.
  • The original ” Electronic Wakala” (Power of Attorney) in the name of the Applicant or that of an Embassy approved Travel Agency is required.
  • Original PCC issued from the nearest Police Station is required attested by the Ministry of External Affairs.
  • Online Medical Certificate from an Embassy approved Doctor.
  • Degree required as per the category applied for. Degree certificate should be first attested by the MInistry of Education than by Ministry of External Affairs and lastly by the Saudia Embassy.
  • Work / Service / Contract letter attested by the Saudi Chamber of Commerce and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Saudia Aribia.
  • Visa is valid for 90 days and it is issued for a stay of 3 months.
  • The visa can be extended by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 4984
LegalisationINR 500

Family Residence

Note: As per the new rule the visa fees needs to be paid online and not as cash at the Embassy.

For family members joining the husband/ father living in Saudi Arabia.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
  • One visa form (photocopy not allowed).
  • Two colour photographs with white back ground.
  • An original payment order of SR 2000 paid in Saudi Arabia towards visa fee.
  • A copy of the visa slip.
  • Medical Certificate from an Embassy authorised doctor.
  • In the case of a wife visiting her husband, a copy of the Marriage Certificate is to be submitted.
  • If children below 5 years are joining Parents their Polio Certificate is required.
  • A copy of the Birth Certificate should also be included.
  • The visa can be extended by the Sponsor in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa processing takes 4 to 5 working days.
Visa fee isINR 4984

Requisite Documents and Fees

Name: Saudi Arabia

All the Documentation requirements are same as New Delhi.

Requisite Documents and Fees

Name: Saudi Arabia

All the Documentation requirements are same as New Delhi. Applications can be submitted in New Delhi or Mumbai.

Requisite Documents and Fees

Name: Saudi Arabia

All the Documentation requirements are same as New Delhi. Applications can be submitted in New Delhi or Mumbai.