Good news for Iranian travellers: a trip to Saudi Arabia starts with a simple online visa. There's no need to post documents or queue at an embassy — citizens of Iran can apply for the Saudi Arabia eVisa from home and get the approval delivered straight to their inbox.
Iranian passport holders can finish the entire process in one sitting:
Most Iranian visitors are granted up to 90 days on the Saudi Arabia eVisa. The exact dates appear on the visa you receive by email.
Most Iranian applications are processed within a few business days. To be safe, apply at least a couple of weeks before departure so you are not rushed close to your travel date.
Citizens of Iran can apply for the following Saudi Arabia Visa options online. Choose the Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa that matches your trip — the fee for each type is shown on the Saudi Arabia Visa Online page:
Can travellers from Iran apply for a Saudi Arabia Visa online?
Yes. Citizens of Iran 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 Iran 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 Iran?
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 Iran?
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 Iran 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 Iran.
Note: Only a passport copy and photograph are required at the time of application: