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Updated February 2025
Key takeaways:
Saudi visa stamping is mandatory for various visas and can be processed by the Saudi Embassy or authorized agencies
Required documents include a passport, Iqama, visa form, and supporting documents
Processing takes 3-5 days, fees vary
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What is Saudi visa stamping?
Travellers who wish to visit Saudi Arabia on a Saudi family visit visa, work visa, or any other visit visa must undergo the mandatory procedure of visa stamping. This involves getting their Saudi visa stamped by the Saudi Arabian Embassy or Saudi Consulate in their country of origin.
However, reputable travel agencies authorized by the Saudi Arabian Embassy or Saudi Consulate can usually process the visa stamping procedure on behalf of the applicants.
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Requirements
To apply for Saudi visa stamping, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Original and a copy of your passport, which must be valid for at least six (6) months and contain at least two consecutive blank visa pages
- Copy of the Iqama (residence permit) of the sponsor
- Two photographs with a white background that meet the Saudi visa photo requirements in terms of size and specifications
- Visa application form
- Invitation letter from the sponsor or host in Saudi Arabia (for visit visas)
- Employment contract or offer letter from the employer in Saudi Arabia (for work visas)
- Medical report (for work visas)
- Police clearance certificate (for work visas)
Please note that additional documents may be required, and it is best to consult your authorized travel agency for more information.
Procedure
The procedure for Saudi visa stamping may vary depending on the type of visa being applied for. Generally, the Saudi Embassy or Consulate handles the visa stamping procedure. However, in some cases, authorized travel agents may carry out the visa stamping on behalf of the applicant.
It is recommended that you consult your authorized travel agency to ensure that you have all the necessary documents for the specific type of Saudi visa you wish to obtain. They can provide details regarding the documents required for your visa stamping application.
Status check
To check the status of your Saudi visa stamping, you can follow the same online procedure as checking the status of your Saudi visa. Here are the steps:
- Head to https://visa.mofa.gov.sa/
- Select ‘visa application number’ on the inquiry type
- Provide your application number and passport number
- Enter the Captcha code accurately
- Click on ‘search’
The next page will display the status of your Saudi visa stamping.
Processing time & fee
The processing time for the Saudi visa stamping procedure may vary depending on the travel agency through which you obtain your visa. According to some sources, most travel agencies take approximately 3 to 5 days to process the Saudi visa stamping procedure.
The fee for Saudi visa stamping depends on whether the Saudi Embassy/Consulate in your country of origin or the authorized travel agency processes your visa stamping. You should consult your Saudi Embassy/Consulate or authorized travel agency for more information regarding the fee for Saudi visa stamping.
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