Saudi eVisa Eligible Countries List 2026: Nationalities & Entry Rules

Saudi eVisa eligible countries list 2026: As of 2026, citizens of 66 countries including the United Kingdom, all EU and Schengen nations, the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and selected African and Asian nations are eligible to apply for a Saudi tourist eVisa online via. The Saudi eVisa allows multiple entries with a maximum stay of 90 days per visit, valid for one year.

Last reviewed: 11 September 2026. This article is published by an independent tourism information team and is not an official Saudi government publication. Data is sourced from the official eVisa portal and gov.uk travel advice, verified as of September 2026.

What Is the Saudi eVisa and Who Can Apply?

The Saudi eVisa is a multiple-entry tourist visa valid for 365 days from the date of issue, permitting stays of up to 90 days per visit. Citizens of 66 eligible countries, including the United Kingdom, can apply online for tourism, business visits, and year-round Umrah. Launched in 2019 under the Saudi Vision 2030 tourism initiative, the Saudi eVisa is processed entirely through the official eVisa portal at, not through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) traditional visa system. GCC citizens (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, UAE) enjoy visa-free entry under a separate regime and do not require a Saudi eVisa.

We tested the Saudi eVisa portal ourselves: our test application for a UK passport holder was approved and received by email in under 5 minutes, mirroring the near-instant turnaround reported by most applicants. No in-person embassy visit is required.

Saudi eVisa Eligible Countries List 2026

Citizens of 66 nations spanning Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Americas, and Africa qualify for the Saudi eVisa. Below is the complete Saudi eVisa eligible countries list, grouped by region. The list is periodically updated; verify your nationality on before applying.

Europe (40 countries)

North America (7 countries)

Asia (14 countries)

Africa (3 countries)

Oceania (2 countries)

Saudi eVisa Requirements: Pre-Application Checklist for UK Travellers

UK travellers need a passport with at least six months validity, a compliant digital photo, and proof of accommodation to apply for the Saudi eVisa. For a detailed breakdown of every document you need to submit, see our complete Saudi eVisa document checklist for UK travellers.

• Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned entry date into Saudi Arabia. UK travellers should use a biometric passport; non-biometric passports may not be accepted for the Saudi eVisa online application.
• Digital photograph in JPEG or PNG format, white background, no sunglasses, taken within the last 6 months, minimum 600 x 600 px.
• Proof of accommodation (hotel booking confirmation or host invitation).
• Return or onward flight booking demonstrating departure from Saudi Arabia.
• Mandatory health insurance is bundled into the Saudi eVisa fee and cannot be purchased separately.
• Individual eVisa per traveller: every person regardless of age, including infants, must hold a separate Saudi eVisa.

Saudi eVisa Fees and Costs for UK Travellers 2026

The total Saudi eVisa cost bundles a government processing fee and mandatory Saudi medical insurance into a single payment on the eVisa portal at. The fee is non-refundable regardless of whether the application is approved, refused, or withdrawn. Accepted payment methods are credit and debit cards. For a full breakdown of every fee component, see our guide on how much a Saudi eVisa costs in 2026.

As of September 2026, the total Saudi eVisa fee is SAR 535 (approx. £113). GBP equivalents fluctuate with exchange rates; verify the current rate and live pricing at before applying. A traditional embassy visa typically costs more and requires in-person submission.

How to Apply for the Saudi eVisa

The Saudi eVisa application process requires three steps on: fill in the form, pay the fee, and receive the visa by email. Processing is near-instant for standard applications, typically within minutes of payment confirmation. Edge cases requiring additional documents may take up to 48 hours. Apply at least 2 weeks before departure as a precaution. For a detailed walkthrough, read our step-by-step guide on how to apply for a Saudi eVisa.

Common mistakes to avoid: submitting a blurred photo, a name mismatch between passport and application form, or using an expired passport. All submitted data must exactly match your travel documents.

What You Can and Cannot Do on a Saudi eVisa

The Saudi eVisa permits tourism, business meetings, and year-round Umrah, but strictly prohibits employment, study, and Hajj pilgrimage. Permitted-activity rules apply uniformly across all 66 eligible nationalities on the Saudi eVisa eligible countries list. Hajj requires a separate dedicated Hajj visa obtained through the official Hajj portal.

Saudi eVisa holders must observe local regulations: modest clothing at religious sites and government buildings, a strict alcohol prohibition, and photography restrictions at military and government sites.

Alternative Entry Routes and UK Travel Requirements

GCC Residents: Eligibility via Residency Permit

Holders of a valid GCC residency permit can apply for the Saudi eVisa regardless of nationality, provided their passport retains at least 6 months validity beyond the planned entry date. Apply through the same portal at.

UK, US, or Schengen Visa Holders

Travellers holding a valid UK, US, or Schengen tourist or business visa that has been used at least once (evidenced by an entry stamp) may also apply through, regardless of their nationality.

Visa on Arrival: An Alternative to the Saudi eVisa

Some eligible nationalities can alternatively choose visa on arrival at select ports. The Saudi eVisa remains the recommended route to avoid queues and uncertainty. Nationals not on the Saudi eVisa eligible countries list and without alternative pathways should contact the nearest Saudi Arabia Embassy or consulate.

UK-Specific Travel Notes

Designated ports of entry accepting the Saudi eVisa include King Khalid International (RUH), King Abdulaziz International (JED), and King Fahd International (DMM), plus select land border crossings and seaports. E-gate availability is offered at major Saudi airports. Policy expansions between 2024 and 2026 added Turkiye, Thailand, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Seychelles, and Mauritius to the Saudi eVisa eligibility roster, per the Saudi Press Agency (spa.gov.sa).

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