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Saudi Arabia visa requirements for British citizens
United Kingdom citizens need a visa or travel authorization to visit Saudi Arabia. UK passport holders can apply for the Saudi Arabia ETA or the Tourist eVisa, depending on their trip.
Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa: A mandatory electronic visa that allows UK citizens to enter Saudi Arabia for tourism. It is typically issued as a multiple-entry visa valid for 1 year, with stays of up to 90 days in total per year.
Saudi Arabia Umrah Visa: A visa for Muslim UK travelers performing Umrah outside the Hajj season. It is generally a single-entry visa valid only for religious travel.
Saudi Arabia ETA: An electronic travel authorization available to all types of UK passport holders. It allows multiple entries over 2 years and can be used for tourism, business, short-term study, medical treatment, and Umrah outside the Hajj season. It cannot be used for work, residence, or Hajj.
Saudi Arabia entry requirements for British citizens
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa
- Saudi Arabia ETA
- A United Kingdom passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
- Photo
- Mandatory health insurance (included with Tourist eVisa)
- Proof of accommodation and travel itinerary (if requested)
- Confirmed onward or return travel ticket
- Evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of the stay (if requested)
Saudi Arabia visa cost for British citizens
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Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisaeVisa
From$203.99
Apply now- Who it's for
- Citizens of over 60 countries are eligible to apply for the Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa for tourism and Umrah purposes.
- Applying online
- The Saudi e visa application is completed entirely online, with no embassy appointment. You answer the form questions, upload a scan of your passport page and a recent photo, add your accommodation and travel details, and pay. iVisa then checks the application for the errors that cause government rejections and files it with the Saudi authorities on your behalf.
- Permitted activities
- The eVisa is for tourism and Umrah. Performing Umrah requires an additional permit via the Nusuk app. It cannot be used for Hajj, which needs a specific Hajj visa.
- Duration and entries
- The Tourist eVisa allows multiple entries and a maximum stay of 90 days within a single year. The visa itself is valid for one year from the date of issuance.
- Medical insurance
- The cost of mandatory health insurance is included in the total eVisa fee. It covers emergency medical cases during your stay and is issued automatically with your visa.
- Delivery format
- You'll receive your Saudi eVisa and Medical Insurance Policy by email as a PDF. Print these documents and bring them with you; at the airport, go to the immigration counter where your biometric data is taken.
- Validity
- 1 year
- Length of stay
- 90 days in total
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 6 hours
Saudi Arabia ETATravel authorisation
From$114.99
Apply now- Who it's for
- The ETA is available to holders of all types of UK passports.
- Permitted activities
- Tourism, business, short-term study, medical treatment, and Umrah outside the Hajj season. It cannot be used for Hajj, work, or residence.
- Duration and entries
- Multiple entries across two years from issue, with a total stay of up to 180 days within any 12-month period. It cannot be extended.
- When to apply
- Before you travel. The ETA cannot be issued at the border, and government processing usually takes one to three working days.
- Delivery format
- The authorization is linked electronically to your passport, and approval or refusal is notified by email.
- Validity
- 2 years
- Length of stay
- 6 months per year
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 3 days
How British citizens can apply for a Saudi Arabia visa
Three simple steps — iVisa prepares, reviews, and files your Saudi Arabia document for your trip from the United Kingdom.
Complete the application
Answer a few simple questions and upload your documents, choose your processing speed, and pay securely. Most travelers finish in minutes.
We review and submit your application
Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Saudi Arabia government on your behalf.
Receive your Saudi Arabia travel document
Once approved, your Saudi Arabia travel document arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
Why British citizens choose iVisa
Applying for a visa on your own can be confusing and time-consuming. iVisa simplifies the process, reviews errors, and gives you peace of mind — so you just show up and travel.
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Saudi Arabia visa FAQs
Quick answers for British citizens traveling to Saudi Arabia.
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Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Yes. UK citizens need a Saudi travel document for tourism: either the Saudi Arabia ETA or the Tourist eVisa.
What is the processing time for a Saudi Arabia visa for United Kingdom citizens?
Government eVisa processing usually takes 1–3 working days. With iVisa, you choose your processing speed at checkout, and the option you pick is shown with its delivery time before you pay. However, processing times depend on the Saudi Arabia travel document you choose.
How long can United Kingdom citizens stay in Saudi Arabia?
It depends on the document. The Tourist eVisa allows stays of up to 90 days in total per year, while the ETA allows a total stay of up to 180 days within any 12-month period across multiple entries.
Is the Saudi Arabian eVisa valid for multiple entries for United Kingdom citizens?
Yes. The Saudi Arabia tourist eVisa is usually a multiple-entry visa, allowing United Kingdom citizens to enter Saudi Arabia multiple times during its validity period.
Do United Kingdom citizens need travel insurance for Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia requires approved travel medical insurance for the Tourist eVisa, and its cost is included in the eVisa fee. Insurance is not included with the ETA, so we recommend arranging your own cover that includes medical treatment.
Can United Kingdom citizens perform Umrah with a Saudi Arabia tourist eVisa?
Yes. UK citizens can use the Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa to perform Umrah outside the Hajj season. It cannot be used for Hajj.
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