Saudi Arabia: Launch of a New Visitor Investor Visa  

Key Points  

  • Saudi Arabia launched a new business-visit visa type, known as the visitor investor visa, for foreign national investors 

Overview  

The government of Saudi Arabia launched a new business visitor visa type, known as the visitor investor visa, for foreign national investors. The visa will be issued in an electronic (eVisa) format through the unified national platform for visas and will be valid for a maximum period of six months.  

What are the Changes? 

The government of Saudi Arabia introduced an investor visa type for certain foreign nationals.  The visa aims to increase foreign investment in the country and attract more foreign national workers.  

Looking Ahead  

The government will roll out the eVisa in phases to certain countries. Continue to check the government of Saudi Arabia’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information. 


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