Entry Requirements Checker for Riyadh
Riyadh is in Saudi Arabia, and entry rules depend on your passport. Most nationalities — including the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia and Japan — can obtain an online tourist e-Visa on the official portal or a visa on arrival at Riyadh airport for eligible nationalities; GCC citizens can enter with just their national ID card. Every traveler must also hold a passport valid for at least 6 months. Select your passport below to see your current status.
What every traveller needs to know
- A passport valid for at least 6 months is required for entry — check the official e-Visa portal or visa-on-arrival eligibility before flying into King Khalid International Airport (RUH) or elsewhere in the country.
- The tourist e-Visa is multiple-entry, valid for one year, and covers stays of up to 90 days in total; mandatory medical insurance is included in the visa fee.
- Once in Saudi Arabia, travellers must respect local laws and the dress code expected in public places, and it is wise to keep a copy of the e-Visa on hand.
- Travellers whose nationality requires a visa in advance must apply and receive approval before booking flights — confirm requirements on the official site.
Always verify current requirements on the official visa.visitsaudi.com portal before booking flights — rules can change. visa.visitsaudi.com