Tourist e-Visa
Saudi Arabia launched its tourist e-Visa in 2019, opening up one of the world's most ancient and spectacular destinations to international visitors. Indian nationals can apply online for a multi-entry 1-year tourist visa. The Kingdom offers AlUla ancient ruins, Red Sea diving, Riyadh's futuristic Diriyah, and the otherworldly Edge of the World escarpment.
Go to the official Saudi Tourism website. Click "Apply for Tourist Visa." Fill personal details, upload passport scan and photo.
Pay $140 online (includes mandatory travel insurance). Accepts Visa, Mastercard, and major Indian debit cards.
e-Visa delivered to email within 24–72 hours. Print or save on phone. Present at Saudi airport immigration.
Show e-Visa at Saudi airport immigration. Biometrics collected on first entry. Multiple entries allowed within 1 year.
Yes! Since 2019, women above 21 can visit Saudi Arabia independently without a male guardian (mahram). The tourism e-Visa has no gender restrictions.
Yes, Saudi Arabia is very safe for tourists. Crime rates are extremely low. Tourism areas like AlUla, Riyadh, and Jeddah are well-policed and welcoming.
No. Non-Muslims are not permitted to enter Mecca or Medina regardless of visa type. These holy cities are restricted to Muslims only.
Women should wear modest clothing (loose, covering shoulders and knees). Abaya is no longer legally required for tourists but is respectful to wear. Men should avoid shorts in public areas.
Our visa consultants have a 95% approval rate. Let us handle your Saudi Arabia visa application.
Visa rules and fees can change without notice. Always verify with the official embassy website before applying. Last updated: March 2025.
Our experts handle everything — from document preparation to interview coaching — so your visa gets approved.
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|---|---|---|
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| Human Support | Dedicated travel consultant available 24/7 on phone & WhatsApp | Chatbots, email tickets, overseas call centres with 48hr+ turnaround |
| Visa Assistance | In-house visa desk — document prep, embassy appointments, 95% approval | No visa support; you are on your own with documentation |
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| Price Guarantee | Double difference refund if you find a cheaper identical booking elsewhere | Best price claims with fine print exclusions and hoops to jump through |
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| Hidden Gems & Local Intel | Real destination knowledge from consultants who have been there | Generic top-10 lists written by SEO content farms |
| Transparency | All-in pricing upfront — taxes, fees, surcharges clearly itemised | Drip pricing — base fare shown, taxes & fees added at checkout |
| Payment Flexibility | Bank transfer, UPI, credit card, EMI, corporate credit — your choice | Limited payment options; often credit card only with surcharge |
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