Travelling to Saudi Arabia as a Thai citizen is more straightforward than most people expect. Rather than visiting an embassy, Thai passport holders complete a short Saudi Arabia visa application online, upload a couple of documents, and wait for approval by email.
Follow these steps to complete your Saudi Arabia eVisa application from Thailand:
Depending on the visa type you choose, Thai passport holders can stay up to 90 days. Keep your passport valid for the duration of your visit and for six months beyond it.
Most Thai 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 Thailand 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 Thailand apply for a Saudi Arabia Visa online?
Yes. Citizens of Thailand 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 Thailand 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 Thailand?
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 Thailand?
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 Thailand 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 Thailand.
Note: Only a passport copy and photograph are required at the time of application: