You should follow certain guidelines when you need to visit the Saudi Arabia embassy in your
city. Please check out those guidelines, and in case of any confusion, contact us before
visiting to prevent unnecessary issues later.
Go to the Right Section:
There are specific sections in every embassy, to deal with issues related to that particular
aspect of immigration or visa/passport associated matters. If you need to apply for a Saudi
business visa or visit visa, you need to visit the Visa Section only. For any complaint or
query, visit the relevant section.
Items you can Bring to the embassy:
- Cellphone
- Handbag or purse (no bigger than 10"x10")
- Umbrella (you must store it in a dedicated umbrella rack at the security gate)
- Visa application and support documents stored in a see-through plastic folder
- Baby essentials and accessories (e.g., milk, hot water, diapers, strollers)
Items You CANNOT bring to the embassy:
- Alcohol
- Electronic or battery-operated devices such as thumb drives, laptops, digital diaries,
iPads, cameras, smartwatches, portable audio/video players, pagers, floppy disks, and
MP3s, etc.
- Handbag or purse larger than 10"x10" such as travel suitcases, bags, briefcases, or
backpacks.
- Foods and snacks
- Cigars/cigarettes
- Matchboxes/lighters
- Sharp, edgy objects including nail files, knives, scissors
- Any explosives or weapons
Visa types granted by Saudi Arabia are
- Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa
- Saudi Arabia Business Visa
- Saudi Arabia Transit Visa
- Saudi Arabia Student Visa
- Saudi Arabia Medical/Medical Attendant Visas
- Saudi Arabia Employment & Project Visa
- Saudi Arabia Diplomatic / Official Visa
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Total Cost of the Holiday or Visit:
Do consult the travel agent regarding their refund policy. An unforeseen event may lead to
cancellation of your trip or holiday. If this happens, it always helps if you can get the
money back.
Traveling with Family:
If you are traveling to Saudi Arabia with spouse and children, the travel insurance must
cover them. Therefore, it always helps to be informed before starting your journey and buy
the right travel insurance package.
SHAWKAT ALI GALIB
Dear Consular Officer, I hope you are well. My name is Shawkat, and I am a Bangladeshi national currently living and working in Lisbon, Portugal. I hold a valid Portuguese residence card (employment/residence permit) which is valid until March 2027. I am planning to travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Umrah, and I kindly request your guidance on the following points: Am I eligible for a Saudi e-Visa or Visa-on-Arrival based on my valid Portuguese residence permit, even though my nationality is Bangladeshi? If eligible, are there any additional requirements or conditions that apply? For example: Must the residence permit or Schengen status be used previously? Are there specific hotel booking rules, approved platforms, or required documents? Are there any airline restrictions for boarding? For Umrah specifically, do Bangladeshi nationals need to apply through an authorised Umrah agency, even if they hold a valid Schengen residence permit? I would be grateful if you could confirm the correct visa process for my situation so I can plan my travel accordingly. Thank you very much for your time and assistance. Kind regards, Shawkat Ali Galib