Anyone can get a transit/stopover visa. Those passing through Saudi on their way to another destination and flying on Saudia or Flynas are eligible for special offers; those flying on another carrier should apply for a standard transit/stopover visa.

It takes about three minutes to apply.

Once you have booked and paid for your flights, you can apply and your transit/stopover visa will be emailed to you almost instantly.

The transit/stopover visa is free but is subject to administrative and medical insurance fees.

You may apply for a transit/stopover visa up to 90 days before your travel.

The transit/stopover visa is valid for 96 hours upon arriving in Saudi.

Yes, transit/stopover visa holders can apply to perform Umrah during their stopover in Saudi via Nusuk.sa, but the transit/stopover visa may not be used for Hajj travel.

Yes, you can apply for the transit/stopover visa if you are planning to visit Saudi en route to your final destination as long as your stop in Saudi does not exceed 96 hours.