Saudi Arabia e-visa validity and duration guidelines for 2025

The Saudi Arabia e-visa system has revolutionized travel to the Kingdom by providing a streamlined digital application process. Understanding the validity period and conditions of your e-visa is crucial for planning your visit effectively.

Understanding Saudi Arabia e-visa validity period

The Saudi Arabia e-visa offers significant flexibility for travelers:

• Valid for 365 days from the date of issue
• Multiple entries allowed during the validity period
• Each stay can last up to 90 days
• Total stay cannot exceed 180 days within the one-year validity period

"The Saudi e-visa's one-year validity period gave me the flexibility to plan multiple business trips throughout the year without needing to reapply" - Customer feedback from a verified purchase

Essential requirements to apply

You only need three basic items to apply for your Saudi Arabia e-visa:

• Your current passport
• A valid email address
• A payment method for processing fees

Learn more about the Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa and apply with us.

Pro tips and considerations for your e-visa

Based on customer experiences and feedback:

• Apply at least two weeks before your intended travel date
• Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your planned stay
• Keep digital and printed copies of your e-visa
• Download the iVisa app here for easy access to your visa documents

The iVisa platform simplifies the entire process by providing:

• Real-time application status updates
• Around-the-clock customer support
• Secure document handling
• Clear instructions in multiple languages

Remember that your e-visa validity begins from the issue date, not your first entry into Saudi Arabia. This offers greater flexibility in planning your travels while ensuring compliance with Saudi immigration regulations.

Making the most of your Saudi Arabia e-visa validity

Understanding how to maximize your e-visa's validity period helps ensure a smooth travel experience. With a generous 365-day validity period and multiple entry options, proper planning is essential for making the most of your visa investment.

Note that we only currently offer the Saudi Tourist multiple entry visa.

Common challenges and solutions

Based on customer feedback, we've identified several frequently encountered challenges and developed effective solutions:

• Passport validity requirements

  • Issue: Passport expires during visa validity period
  • Solution: We verify passport validity dates before submission
  • Recommendation: Ensure passport validity extends 6 months beyond the planned stay

• Processing time concerns

  • Issue: Uncertainty about processing duration
  • Solution: We offer three processing speeds to match your timeline
  • Standard: 10 days
  • Rush: 8 days
  • Super Rush: 6 days

"The processing time estimates were spot-on. I received my e-visa exactly when promised, which made planning my trip much easier" - Recent customer feedback

Frequently asked questions about Saudi Arabia e-visa validity

Can I extend my stay beyond the 90-day limit?

While the initial stay period is 90 days, extensions may be possible through the Absher platform. We recommend applying for an extension at least 3 days before your authorized stay expires.

What happens if my passport expires during the visa validity period?

If your passport expires, you'll need to apply for a new e-visa with your new passport. The original e-visa cannot be transferred between passports.

Can I use my e-visa for business activities?

The tourist e-visa allows limited business activities, such as attending meetings. For extensive business operations, we recommend applying for a specific business visa.

What if I need to enter Saudi Arabia after my visa expires? You'll need to apply for a new e-visa. We recommend applying at least 2 weeks before your intended travel date.

Pro tips for Saudi Arabia e-visa holders

• Keep digital copies of your e-visa in multiple locations
• Set calendar reminders for visa expiration dates
• Download the Absher app for easier visa management
• Maintain records of entry and exit stamps

Contact us for more information

Our customer service team is ready to assist if you have any questions about Saudi Arabia or the e-visa application. Contact us any time via our customer service agents via chat or WhatsApp.