Key Points
- Saudi Arabia introduced electronic visa options as an alternative to physical visa stickers for nationals of several countries throughout the Middle East and Asia Pacific regions
Overview
The government of Saudi Arabia will replace visa stickers on beneficiary’s passports with electronic visas (evisa) that contain a scannable QR code. Initially, the evisa will be rolled out to nationals of the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Egypt, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The new procedure is part of digitizing the ministry’s consular services, including work permits, residence permits and visit visas.
What are the Changes?
The government of Saudi Arabia will replace visa stickers with evisa options for foreign nationals located in seven different countries across the Middle East region. According to the government announcement, this change is part of the government’s effort to digitize the immigration process and create better consular services across the globe.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of Saudi Arabia’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.
Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. For additional information on the issues discussed, consult an attorney at one of the two U.S. Law Firms working with the Envoy Platform or another qualified professional. On non-U.S. immigration issues, consult an Envoy global immigration service provider or another qualified representative.
