Saudi Arabia Introduces New Visa Regulations for Travelers from 14 Countries

Saudi Arabia Introduces New Visa Regulations for Travelers from 14 Countries

Saudi Arabia has announced new visa regulations impacting travelers from 14 countries, now limiting them to single-entry visas valid for 30 days without any possibility of extension.

 This change affects tourists, business travelers, and those visiting family, but excludes applicants for Haj, Umrah, diplomatic, or residency visas.

Saudi authorities have cited the misuse of multiple-entry visas as the primary reason for this policy shift. Reports indicate that some travelers exploited long-term visas to remain in the country illegally or to participate in the Haj pilgrimage without proper authorization