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• Complete the online form via  Visa services platform ​  and stamp it electronically and authenticate it from the Chamber of Commerce or from the employer.
• Enter all the data in Arabic except if​ the visitors are not from Arab nationalities, in that case their names should match their passports.
• For residents, they should have valid for residents.
• The visitors should be of first degree relatives
• Rresidents should have a work Iqamah not relative Iqamah.

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Expats with any Iqama profession can apply for a family visit visa and bring their family to KSA. In this article, we have explained the updated process to apply for a family visit visa in Saudi Arabia in 2023.

Who is eligible for a family visit visa?

The family visit visa can be applied for only the following people in Saudi Arabia. While relation 1-4 listed below is approved for everyone, relation 5-9 would be approved only if you have a good Iqama profession.

• Wife/Husband.
• Parents-in-Law.
• Grand Parents.
• Brother and his family (wife and children).
• Sister and her family (husband and children).
• Sister-in-Law (sister of the spouse). 
• Brother-in-Law (brother of the spouse). 

Requirements for the visa

You need the following documents to apply for the family visit visa;

• Applicant’s passport.
• Saudi visa of the Iqama holder person applying for the visa.
• 3 months of Iqama validity.
• No need to be physically present in KSA to apply.
• Activate Nafath app.

Now expatriates with any Iqama profession including labor and house drivers can also apply for a family visit visa.

Step 01: Log in to Nafath

In order to fill out the application for a family visit visa;

• Open this website https://visa.mofa.gov.sa/Account/
• Click on the “ Login ” button.
• Enter your Iqama Number .
• Approve the Nafath access .

Step 02: Fill out the application

On the next page, you will be given many options out of which you need to select;

• Family Visit Visa Application for Residents .

On the first page of the Saudi family visit visa application, the system will fetch your details while you need to enter;

• Saudi Visa Number is written on the work visa stamped on your passport when entering Saudi Arabia. In case you were born in KSA, you can leave the field blank.
• Click on the “ Add ” button.

Personal Details

On the next page, you need to enter the personal details of the family visit visa applicant such as;

• Name as per passport in ENGLISH ONLY .
• Fill out the rest of the application in Arabic .
• Enter Birth Date .
• Enter Birth Place .
• Select Gender .
• Occupational Status: Unemployed .
• Enter Mobile Number .
• Select Religion.
• Enter Relationship. Select Others if you want to apply for a family visit visa for someone else, such as a Brother or Sister.

Recently, many family visit visa applications have been rejected with the message “ نأمل تعبئة طلب جديد مع تدوين المهنة بشكل دقيق في خانة ( المهنة)، أطيب تحياتنا .” which means that the profession selected is inaccurate.

However, there is no profession of housewife, child, or retired in the list of professions provided above. We believe that this is a short glitch and soon the Saudi government will start to accept “Unemployed” profession.

Passport Details

Scroll down a little bit on the same page and enter the passport details of the applicant such as;

• Passport Number.
• Passport Type: Normal .
• Passport Issue Date.
• Passport Expiry Date.
• Passport Issue Place: The country of the passport holder.

Type of Visa

Now scroll down a little further and select the type of family visit visa you want to apply for in Saudi Arabia;

• The single-entry visit visa is issued for a period of 30 days only with 8 possible extensions of 30 days each i.e. 270 days.
• The multiple-entry visit visa is issued for a period of 90 days only which cannot be extended anymore.
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• Coming from : The Embassy from where you want to stamp the visa.

If you want to apply for a family visit visa for more than one family member, click on the “ Add ” button again to enter the details of the second applicant who wants to come to KSA. Otherwise,

• Check “ Agreement Approval “.
• Click on the “ Save ” button.

Once done, the MOFA system will generate an application number. 

• Save the application number for future use.
• Print the application for further processing.

Step 03: Submit the application

In the next step, you need to submit the application to your employer to sign and stamp it.

• Private Employees: After this, submit the application to the chamber of commerce of the same city mentioned in the address above.
• Government Employees:  The government employees will submit the application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• Domestic Workers:  The employer of the domestic workers will approve the visa through his Absher account. They don’t have to submit it anywhere.

Step 04: Check Visit Visa Application Status

Now keep on checking the family visit visa status from the MOFA website. As soon as the family visit visa is approved, send it to the country from where your family wants to enter KSA. https://visa.mofa.gov.sa/

In some cases, the MOFA requests some additional documents from the Iqama holder before approving the visa. If this is the case, you need to visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs along with the required documents.

Step 05: Submit the application to the Saudi Embassy

Your family will contact an agent to submit the application to the Saudi Embassy or Saudi Consulate. In Pakistan, your family will have to book an appointment with Etimad.

At this point, you need to pay the fee for the family visit visa to your agent. Here is an approximate breakup of the fee;

• Visa Fee: SR 300.
• Insurance: SR 100.
• Other Charges: SR 500.
• Total Fee: SR 800 approx.

Make sure the application is submitted to the Saudi Embassy within the family visit visa validity .

Step 06: Check Saudi Visa Status

After submitting your passport to the embassy, you can check the Saudi Visa status with the passport number online.

If the visa is stamped, you need to book a return ticket for the family visit visa holder. Saudi authorities have the right to deport a visit visa holder if he does not have a return ticket.

Family Visit Visa through Istiqdam

In some cases, you might have to apply for a family visit visa through Istiqdam. Here is how you need to proceed;

Required Documents

• Get the appointment from Istiqdam.
• Download the family visit visa application form, fill it in Arabic, and get it attested by the Chamber of Commerce.
• Introduction letter issued by the employer and stamped by the chamber of commerce.
• Copy of marriage certificate if you are applying for in-laws.
• Copy of Iqama and Passport.

Visit the Istiqdam office

• Submit all the documents to the Istiqdam office and get Green and White paper from them.
• After this fill the application online following the guidelines given above. Here is the link https://visa.mofa.gov.sa/Home/Services/citizens

Visit the MOFA

The last step is to visit the MOFA with a print of your online application along with the paper given to you by the Istiqdam. 

Once the documents are submitted, you can check the status of the approval of the application online.

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This visa is intended for those travelling to Saudi Arabia for the purpose of performing Umrah, tourism, visiting friends or relatives, attending conferences or events, short-term business meetings or health treatments.

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This visa is intended for those travelling to Saudi Arabia for the purpose of performing Umrah, tourism, visiting friends or relatives, attending conferences or events,short-term business meetings or health treatments.

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Additional information on the saudi visit evisa.

In September 2019, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia introduced the eVisa system to allow citizens of certain nationalities to apply online for a visa to enter Saudi Arabia.

Travellers are required to fill in the form and make a payment online. The application is internally reviewed and processed. The approved visa is sent by email to the traveller as soon as it is approved.

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Applications upon arrival are only available in emergency cases and in a limited number of airports.

Foreign travellers should be aware that waiting times of more than two hours should be expected. Travellers entering Saudi Arabia during peak holiday season should expect longer waiting times at immigration.

It is strongly recommended to obtain a valid Visa prior to travelling to Saudi Arabia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Meningitis vaccination is required if you are traveling to Saudi Arabia to take part in the Hajj.

Travellers who travelling to perform Umrah or for tourism, do not require a Meningitis vaccination.

Embassies and consulates no longer process visa applications.

Since the introduction of the eVisa in September 2019, the Immigration Service in Saudi Arabia requires all eligible travellers to apply for the eVisa online.

Yes. The eVisa allows foreign travellers to enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the purpose of tourism.

No. Since the introduction of the eVisa it is no longer necessary to apply via a licensed agent.

Travellers can apply themselves by filling out the online form.

Yes. Women are allowed to visit Saudi Arabia unaccompanied.

Yes.  The religion of the traveller is not relevant when applying for a tourist eVisa.

All foreign citizens need a valid eVisa, except for citizens from countries who are exempt. Scroll to the top of the page to determine the eVisa requirements for your nationality.

The eVisa you require for your trip depends on your nationality and purpose of your trip (eg. tourism, business). Scroll to the top of the page to determine the exact eVisa requirements for your trip.

Yes, you can add as many travellers as necessary to the application form. It is strongly recommended to apply for all people travelling together in one single application.

Note that all travellers must be the same nationality. To apply for groups with travellers of different nationalities, please complete one application for each different nationality.

We offer high-quality travel authrisation, visa, and immigration services. A variable service fee is charged for this, which is added to the government fee. The professional services provided by us include: assistance with the Visa or Travel Authorisation application, accuracy- and sense-checking applicaton submissions, providing information regarding the eVisa application, including the status and result or the application, liaising directly with the government authorities where required, and offering continuous support by phone, chat, and email.

The following methods of payment are accepted: Visa, Mastercard or Bank Transfer.

You can also pay by phone, where American Express is accepted.

No. Once the application has been submitted, the eVisa application begins processing automatically and fees are non-refundable.

In the rare case that your application is rejected due to an error on our part, you will be entirely refunded for the service fee.

Please note that if inaccurate information is provided, or if Saudi Arabia rejects your applications due to any reason other than aan error on our part, you will not be eligible for a refund.

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Upon arrival at immigration you will need to present your passport and a print-out of your eVisa, if you are required to have one.

Once the eVisa is approved, it will be emailed to you. You must print a copy to carry with your passport and bring it along when you travel. When you arrive in Saudi Arabia, you must have your eVisa printout with your passport.

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Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah

Pilgrims encouraged to utilise Nusuk app to obtain Umrah permit, adhere to ritual timings

Cairo: Saudi Arabia has announced that individuals holding various types of visas are now permitted to undertake Umrah, the minor pilgrimage, with ease.

“Arrivals from anywhere and with any visa can perform Umrah with ease and comfort,” the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said in an X post.

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The ministry emphasized that Umrah rituals are accessible to holders of all visas, including personal, family, transit, labor, and e-visas.

“Whatever the type of your visa, you can do Umrah,” it added.

Pilgrims are encouraged to utilize the Nusuk app to obtain an Umrah permit and adhere to designated timings for the rituals at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Islam’s holiest site.

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The Nusuk platform facilitates various procedures, including accommodation arrangements, for Muslims planning to perform Umrah and visit Medina, Islam’s second holiest site.

In recent months, the kingdom has introduced a host of facilities for overseas Muslims to come to the country to perform Umrah.

These initiatives aim to accommodate millions of Muslims worldwide who undertake Umrah, especially those who may not be able to participate in the annual Hajj pilgrimage due to physical or financial constraints.

Recent enhancements include extending the Umrah visa duration from 30 to 90 days, allowing entry via all land, air, and sea ports, and eliminating the requirement for women pilgrims to be accompanied by male guardians. Additionally, expatriates in Gulf Cooperation Council countries and holders of Schengen, US, and UK visas can now book Umrah appointments via the Nusuk app before arriving in Saudi Arabia.

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തീർഥാടനത്തിന്റെ സമയത്തിലേക്കാണു മുസ്‌ലിം സമുദായത്തിൽ ഉൾപ്പെട്ടവർ പ്രവേശിക്കുന്നത്. ചിലർ ഉംറ നിർവഹിക്കുന്നതിനും മറ്റും ചിലർ ഹജ് നിർവഹിക്കുന്നതിനുമായി സൗദി യിലേക്ക് പോകുന്ന തിരക്കിലാണ്. ഹജ്  നിർവഹിക്കുന്നതിനും ഉംറ നിർവഹിക്കുന്നതിനും പോകാൻ ആഗ്രഹിക്കുന്നവർ വീസ എടുക്കേണ്ടത് ആവശ്യമാണ്. എന്നാണോ വീസ പുറപ്പെടുവിക്കുന്നത് അന്നുമുതൽ മൂന്നുമാസം അഥവാ 90 ദിവസമാണ് വീസ കാലാവധിയെന്ന് സൗദിയിലെ ഹജ്, ഉംറ മന്ത്രാലയം വ്യക്തമാക്കിയിട്ടുണ്ട്.

ഉംറ വീസയ്ക്ക് 90 ദിവസം അഥവാ മൂന്നുമാസം കാലാവധി ഉണ്ടെങ്കിലും ടൂറിസ്റ്റ് വീസയും ഉംറ വീസയും തമ്മിൽ കാര്യമായ ചില വ്യത്യാസങ്ങളുണ്ട്. സൗദി ടൂറിസ്റ്റ് വീസയുടെ കാലാവധിയും 90 ദിവസം അഥവാ മൂന്നു മാസം ആണ്. എന്നാൽ, ഈ വീസ ഉപയോഗിച്ച് ഒന്നിലധികം തവണ നമുക്ക് സൗദിയിലേക്കു പ്രവേശിക്കാവുന്നതാണ്. അതേസമയം, ഉംറ വീസ ഉപയോഗിച്ച് ഒരു തവണ മാത്രമാണ് സൗദിയിലേക്ക് പ്രവേശിക്കാൻ കഴിയുകയുള്ളൂ. ഉംറ വീസയുടെ കാലാവധിയും 90 ദിവസമാണ്. വീസ നിയമത്തിലെ പുതിയ മാറ്റം വരാനിരിക്കുന്ന ഹജ് സീസണിനോട് അനുബന്ധിച്ചാണ്.

പഴയ വീസ നിയമം അനുസരിച്ചാണെങ്കിൽ ഉംറ വീസയുടെ മൂന്നു മാസത്തെ കാലാവധി ആരംഭിക്കുന്നത് സൗദിയിൽ പ്രവേശിക്കുന്ന അന്നു മുതലാണ്. എന്നാൽ, പുതുക്കിയ ഉംറ വീസ നിയമം അനുസരിച്ച് വീസ ഇഷ്യു ചെയ്ത അന്നുമുതലാണ് വീസയുടെ മൂന്നു മാസത്തെ കാലാവധി. ഉംറ വീസയുള്ള ഒരാൾക്ക് രാജ്യത്ത് പ്രവേശിച്ച് ഉംറ അനുഷ്ഠിക്കാൻ സാധിക്കും.

ഉംറ വീസ എന്തിനൊക്കെ ഉപയോഗിക്കാം ?

ഉംറ വീസ ലഭിച്ചിട്ടുള്ളയാൾ വീസ നിയമങ്ങൾ കൃത്യമായി പാലിക്കേണ്ടതുണ്ട്. ഉംറ വീസ ഒരിക്കലും ദുരുപയോഗം ചെയ്യരുത്. കൂടാതെ വീസയുടെ കാലാവധി കഴിയുന്നതിനു മുൻപ് സൗദി അറേബ്യയിൽ നിന്നു മടങ്ങേണ്ടതുമാണ്. തീർഥാടനവുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾ അല്ലാതെ ജോലി സംബന്ധമായ കാര്യങ്ങൾക്കായോ മറ്റ് എന്തെങ്കിലും പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾക്കായോ ഉംറ വീസ ഉപയോഗിക്കരുതെന്നും കർശനമായി നിർദ്ദേശിക്കുന്നു.

ഹജ്ജും ഉംറയും ഒന്നു തന്നെയാണോ?

ഹജ്ജും ഉംറയും ഒന്നു തന്നെയാണെന്ന് കരുതുന്ന ചിലരെങ്കിലും ഉണ്ടാകും. എന്നാൽ, ഇത് രണ്ടും ഒന്നല്ല. ഹജ്ജും ഉംറയും തീർഥാടനം തന്നെയാണെങ്കിലും എല്ലാ വർഷവും ഹജ് നിർവഹിക്കുന്നതിന് ഒരു പ്രത്യേക സമയമുണ്ട്. ഈ വർഷം ജൂൺ 14 മുതൽ 19 വരെയാണ് ഹജ് സീസൺ. ഹജ് എല്ലാ മുസ്‌ലിംകളും ജീവിതത്തിൽ ഒരിക്കലെങ്കിലും നിർബന്ധമായും നിർവഹിക്കേണ്ട ഒന്നാണ്. എന്നാൽ, ഉംറ ഇസ്ലാമിക് കലണ്ടർ അനുസരിച്ച് വർഷത്തിൽ എപ്പോൾ വേണമെങ്കിലും നിർവഹിക്കാവുന്നതാണ്. സൗദി ടൂറിസ്റ്റ് വീസയിൽ വിനോദസഞ്ചാരവുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ട പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾ കൂടാതെ കുടുംബക്കാരെ സന്ദർശിക്കുന്നതും ഉംറ നിർവഹിക്കുന്നതും വരെ ഉൾപ്പെടുത്തിയിട്ടുണ്ട്. എന്നാൽ, ടൂറിസ്റ്റ് വീസയിൽ എത്തുന്നവർക്ക് ഹജ് നിർവഹിക്കാൻ കഴിയില്ല.  

ഉംറ വിസയിൽ എത്തിയാലും ഹജ് നിർവഹിക്കാൻ കഴിയില്ല. ഹജ് നിർവഹിക്കണമെങ്കിൽ സൗദിയുടെ ഹജ് വീസ തന്നെ കരസ്ഥമാക്കേണ്ടതാണ്. 2024ലെ ഹജിനുള്ള വീസകൾ നൽകുന്നത് ഏപ്രിൽ 29ന് അവസാനിക്കും.

Saudi Arabia Announces Major Changes to Umrah Visa Policy: Apply for Hajj by April 29th

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The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia

Personal Visit Visa

Requirements:

• Original passport valid for no less than six (6) months, with at least two (2) successive empty visa pages. 
• To fill your online application and make a visa payment, please log on to  https://visa.mofa.gov.sa .  ( Guideline for Enjaz )  Health insurance must be purchased from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Options for local health insurance providers will appear upon processing your Enjaz form.
• A visa referral note: indicating number and date of visa, issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs or either of its branches in Jeddah or Dammam.
• Minors (under 18 years) travelling alone, or with one parent, must submit a notarized letter in Arabic or English signed by a parent or a legal guardian.
• For non-U.S. citizens, copy of green card or document confirming legal residence in the U.S.  

You May Also Apply For the Visa by: 

• Applying in person at the embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Via Mail to the Embassy's address: 601 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington DC, 20037.
• Through the Embassy's authorized travel agencies .