In line with the Saudi Vision 2030, the kingdom of Saudi Arabia has opened its doors to visitors from all across the world with its electronic visa (e-visa) program. In this guide, we will take you through every detail about the Saudi Visa for UAE residents as per the reform made in September 2019. Continue reading to know more!
The residents of the United Arab Emirates (with a valid UAE resident visa of 2, 3, 5, & 10 years) can obtain a unique multiple-entry visit visa that comes in the category of e-visa (electronic Visa) for the GCC residents to visit Saudi Arabia. This electronic Visa will be provided to an individual in PDF format. Its validity is one year, allowing you to stay in the country for up to 90 days. This special Visa is ideal for tourism-related activities and Umrah (excluding Hajj season). It excludes other activities such as studies.
Since it is an electronic visa, and the Saudi visa requirements for UAE residents are certain documents that can be in the format of scanned digital copy, you will need to provide the Arabiers team with the following things:
It would cost around all inclusive 690 AED. The rate includes the include initial consultation, documents collections, application typing, paying Saudi embassy and travel insurance (Age above 75 will have to pay additional amount for insurance and some time some additional)
This is a multiple-entry visa that validates one year from the entry date. You can make multiple entries into the country with this Visa, while your total stay should be less than 90 days.
The process of Visa to Saudi Arabia for UAE residents is entirely completed online, and it is quite simple to do. It usually takes 2-3 work days to process the visa. Please note that the working week in the UAE and Saudi Arabia has changed to Monday-Friday (half day)from January 01, 2022.
There is mandatory Insurance for the visitors of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and all travellers from the UAE must get the insurance to travel to Saudi Arabia.
| Type of insurance | |
| The benefits and limit of coverage under this policy: The maximum benefits limit for each person for the duration of the policy and that includes lower limits specified in this policy | 100000 SAR |
| The expenses of examination and treatment of emergency cases | Up to the policy limit |
| Hospitalization expenses | |
| Excess percentage (contribution in payment) | No |
| Hospitalization | Up to the policy limit |
| Accommodation and daily subsistence limit for the patient which include bed wage, nursing services, visitations, medical supervision and life support services, but it does not include the cost of medicines and medical supplies, as prescribed by the physician | Shared room and up to a limit of SAR 600 /day |
| Accommodation limit for patient’s escort | Shared room and up to a limit of SAR 150/day |
| Treatment of emergency maternity and delivery cases | Up to SAR 5000 for the duration of the Policy |
| Cost of travel and accompanying of one direct family member | Up to SAR 5000 for the duration of the policy |
| Emergency dental treatment | Up to SAR 500 for the duration of the policy |
| The expenses of the birth and treatment of premature babies | Up to the policy limit |
| Treatment to injuries resulting from road traffic accidents | Up to the policy limit |
| The expenses of emergency kidney Dialysis | Up to the policy limit |
| Emergency Medical Evacuation inside and outside the Kingdom | Up to the policy limit |
| Repatriation of mortal remains to the country of origin | Up to SAR 10000 for the duration of the policy |
| Hospitalization expenses | |
| Cases insurance coverage COVID-19 | Minimum coverage |
| Medical emergencies | 650,000 riyals |
| Costs of medical isolation | 450 riyals per day, with a maximum of 14 days |
| Return the remains of the deceased to his original home | Actual costs |
| Medical evacuation | Actual costs |
The e-visa is only available for GCC residents who have the following occupations. Kindly check the list to get to know if your occupation comes under eligibility before you apply for the Visa. We have categorized all the occupations below:
As per the latest update, you don't need a COVID-19 test as a tourist to enter Saudi Arabia. Also, there is no mandatory quarantine period.
While you are visiting Saudi Arabia, you should make sure that you take out enough time to visit all the popular places it is known for! Here is a list of experiences that you can enjoy while you are on a Saudi tourist visa for UAE residents
Eve's tomb, a legendary spot based in the ancient city of Jeddah (the 2nd largest city in Saudi), is a burial place for Eve, who is known as the first woman. The tomb has such a unique value that the whole city is named after Eve - since Eve is considered the grandmother of humanity, it translates to Jeddah in Arabic.
This burial place has been in the books of legends since the 12the century when Ibn Jubayr wrote about it in his travelogues. Eve's tomb is one of the most popular places in Saudi Arabia, even though it was partly destroyed by Prince Faisal - the viceroy of Hejaz in 1928.
You need to recheck your Saudi Arabia travel itinerary in case you haven't mentioned Dune Bashing safari! Dune bashing is a once-in-a-lifetime experience across the abundant sand dunes in this region.
Don't miss out on the chance to hop onto a 4x4 and go on an off-road hill ride with your course guide. Experience the thrilling joy of your dandy-sandy ride. It is a dangerous yet fun activity to do in a desert.
This ancient village in the Biddah Valley in Western Saudi Arabia is almost like a paradise on earth. Mountains on all three sides surround the houses made of polished stones. They have remained the same since the village got settled in the 8the century C.E.
This village was a witness to many tribal battles during its time before King Abdul Aziz unified the kingdom. It is one of the places on the UNESCO World Heritage sites list. The heritage village comes from a water spring flowing in the nearby mountains. It is truly one of the best places to visit in Saudi Arabia.
If watching Silent Sea on the popular OTT platform Netflix made you want to visit the moon; then the Al Wahbah crater is the place you should pay a visit to if you like space adventures (of course, without leaving our planet!). The crater is one of the famous places to visit in Saudi Arabia because of its resemblance to the moon.
If you go around 250 kilometres away from Ta'if, Al Wahbah, you will find a volcanic crater that is about 780 meters deep and has a diameter of 6.9 kilometres. This maar crater was formed due to volcanic activity underground. Hence it is offered with white sodium phosphate crystals at the bottom.
The cliffs at the "edge of the world" rise high from the desert, stretching towards the sky like a natural skyscraper. When you stand on the top of the cliff and look at the horizon, you get an ethereal view of the sky meeting the earth.
The Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn) is a one-of-a-kind and magnificent geological wonder in the rocky desert northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This place got its nickname from the top of the escarpment, and you get an eternal view of the horizon. There are several hiking trails on and around these cliffs. If you pass through a spot referred to as "the window," you can get down to the lower plateau. Keep an eye out for fossils as you're exploring, and be careful because the gravel over here is loose, and the rocks are sharp.
Taking a stroll around the Tuwaiq Palace (earlier known as the diplomatic club) will give you magical views of Riyadh. However, the external views aren't the only reason you should visit this spot. Its central spot is the heart tent, a gorgeous structure that looks like a giant tent made of stained glass.
When you are inside the tent, it feels like entering an oasis. Many events for foreigners are held here so you will see some typically "taboo" activities, such as men and women smoking Shisha in the same area. The event area is a comfortable outdoor environment with Arab-styled decor and seating arrangements.
in northwestern Saudi Arabia is like passing through a maze, with a historical twist at each turn. Once upon a time, it was a bustling civilization with over 800 close-knit mud brick and stone houses. Their parts were more than 2000 years old. They have become abandoned ruins just decaying in the hot sunny desert weather.
This walled city of Al' Ula was founded in the 6th century B.C., a paradise in the valley of the desert, with fertile land and plenty of water. It was located along the "Incense Road," the network of routes that facilitated trading spices, silk, and other luxury items through Arabia, Egypt, and India.
THE AREA AROUND AL-ULA IS famous for the iconic tombs situated in Hegra (Mada'in Saleh). The Nabataeans constructed these tombs during the first century. However, archaeological excavations unearthed remains of an even older civilization a stone throw south of Hegra: Dadan (or Dedan), sometimes referred to as Lihyan.
The capital city of the Dadan kingdom is also called Dadan, and its first mention was found in the Book of Ezekiel (27:20) in the Hebrew Bible, written in the 6th century B.C. The city is said to be the beating heart of the kingdom and a trading partner of the city of Tyre (in modern-day Lebanon) along the Frankincense route linking the Levant to Oman and Yemen, where the highest quality frankincense was and is produced to date.
The city of Judah and its massive thumb lie between Riyadh and Dammam, which belong to the eastern province of Saudi Arabia. This place is often referred to as the "Devil's Thing". According to a rumour, this thumb nickname came from a local boy scout troop.
No pun intended - but this place sticks out like a sore thumb in an isolated area. This towering rock formation stands in the An Nafud region of the Arabian Desert, a vast expanse with an area of 25,000 square miles (65,000 square km).
Ar Rass (translated as old well in Arabic) is one of the largest urban centres in the province of Al-Qassim and 3rd largest by population. Going by its Arabic name, Ar Rass is known for being a water source, making it possible for people to inhabit this area. It is also famous for trades as well as for the pilgrimage routes that go through the city. Al Shinanah Tower is located here in Ar Rass.
Situated 217 miles (350 kilometres) northwest of Riyadh, the Al Shinanah historical tower in Ar Rass, Saudi Arabia, is a truncated conical-shaped tower that measures 88.5 feet in height. Its diameter is 20 feet at the base and 5 feet at the top. Its interior consists of eight floors accessible through a narrow door at the base. Each floor has 3 different windows from which you can enjoy the views surrounding the tower.
