To apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) for Saudi Arabia, you must be from an eligible country for the e-visa application.
The visa application process can be completed online via an application form submitted to the Ministry of the State of Saudi Arabia.
Canadian nationals are eligible to apply for a visit eVisa by meeting the requirements outlined below.
To apply for a travel visit eVisa for Saudi Arabia, you must meet the following requirements:
If you have confirmed your eligibility, you can begin the visa application by completing the following information:
Double-check all information before submitting your application, as incorrect or incomplete details may lead to visa rejection or invalidity.
Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months from your date of entry into Saudi Arabia. If it is not, you must renew your Canadian passport before applying for the Saudi Arabia travel visa.
After your visa application is approved, your Saudi Arabia electronic visa will be sent via email. Print your visa and keep it with your Canadian passport at all times during your stay.
Note: The Saudi Arabia travel eVisa allows a multiple-entry stay of up to 90 days.
For further enquiries, you can contact or visit the Embassy of Saudi Arabia.
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Can travellers from Canada apply for a Saudi Arabia Visa online?
Yes. Citizens of Canada can complete the entire Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa application online and receive the approved visa by email — no embassy visit required.
How can citizens of Canada apply for a Saudi Arabia Visa Online?
Open the Saudi Arabia Visa application page, enter your passport details, upload your passport copy and photo, pay the fee online, and your approved Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa is emailed to you.
What documents are required for a Saudi Arabia Visa from Canada?
A valid passport with at least six months' validity, a recent passport-style photograph, a working email address, and a debit or credit card to pay the fee.
How long does the Saudi Arabia visa take for applicants from Canada?
Most applications are processed within a few business days. A Saudi Arabia Express Visa option is available if you need your visa faster.
Do travellers from Canada need to visit an embassy for a Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa?
No. The Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa is processed entirely online, so there is no embassy appointment or document posting for most applicants from Canada.
Note: Only a passport copy and photograph are required at the time of application: