The Saudi Arabia business visa is intended for commercial and business visits to Saudi Arabia, such as meetings, conferences, and business partnerships. The visa can be granted to people of all nationalities.
Business visas can be issued for one or more entries. A single-entry visa is valid for 90 days and allows stays of up to 90 days.
At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for a business visa to Saudi Arabia. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel. You can fill out the application online, upload documents, and get support throughout the process.
About business visas to Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Arabia Business Visa is intended for individuals traveling to Saudi Arabia for commercial and business activities, such as meetings, conferences, and business collaborations.
A single-entry visa is valid for 90 days and allows stays of up to 90 days.
The business visit must not be linked to a permanent employment contract in Saudi Arabia.
In addition to business-related activities, it is also allowed to visit family and friends, as well as participate in events and tourist activities.
An approved visa does not automatically guarantee entry into Saudi Arabia. The final decision on entry is always made by the border authority upon arrival.
You will need the following documents to apply
- Completed visa application
- Copy of passport information page
- The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date of entry
- Visa photo
- Copy of the invitation letter from the company in Saudi Arabia addressed to the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Stockholm
- A letter of guarantee from an employer that has been certified by the Chamber of Commerce (the letter of guarantee must be exactly according to the standard format, please see download forms for examples)
- A copy of the registration certificate for both the Swedish and Saudi Arabian company
- A copy of the applicant's professional certificate or diploma, for example if you work as an electrical engineer. This is not required if you work as a CEO, etc.
Rules for business visas to Saudi Arabia
Important rules to know:
- The visa is intended for commercial and business visits
- The business visit must not be linked to a permanent employment contract in Saudi Arabia
- Visiting family and friends is allowed
- It is allowed to participate in events and tourist activities
- You can travel between different cities in Saudi Arabia
- It is permissible to perform Umrah
- It is not allowed to complete the Hajj with this visa
- The single-entry visa is valid for 90 days and allows stays of up to 90 days
- The multiple-entry visa is valid for one year and allows stays of up to 90 days per entry
- An approved visa does not automatically guarantee entry into Saudi Arabia
Are you a Swedish citizen?
Swedish citizens can apply for a business visa to Saudi Arabia if they meet the requirements set by the Saudi authorities and have an approved business purpose for the trip.
Interview and Visa Center
For business visas to Saudi Arabia, an in-person visit to a visa center that processes applications for Saudi authorities is required. During the visit, identity checks, document review and biometric registration can be carried out.
The passport is handed in at the visit and is kept during the processing. Once a decision has been made, the passport will be returned. The approved visa is sent electronically via email.
At Alla Visum, we help you book an appointment, prepare the documents, check that the documents meet the requirements and guide you through the entire process until the decision.
After approval of the application
Once approved, the visa will be sent to the email address provided in the application or made available through the Saudi visa platform. We recommend that you print out your visa or save a copy on your mobile device for travel.
Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Stockholm
Saudi Arabia has an embassy in Stockholm that serves as Saudi Arabia's official diplomatic representation in Sweden. The embassy handles diplomatic, consular and visa matters for people travelling to Saudi Arabia.
For work visas to Saudi Arabia, several documents from the employer, government approvals, and an in-person visit to an authorized visa center are often required. At Alla Visum, we help you through the entire process, from document review and legalizations to booking a visit to the visa center and following up on the application until a decision has been made.
Sweden embassy in Saudi Arabia
Sweden has an embassy in Riyadh that represents Swedish interests in Saudi Arabia and handles diplomatic and consular matters in the country.
If you are planning to move to Saudi Arabia for work, it is important that the application is prepared correctly from the start. Work visas require extensive documentation, including employment contracts, employer approvals, and sometimes legalized documents. At Alla Visum, we help you collect, check and prepare all the necessary documents and coordinate the entire visa process until the visa has been issued.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ Business visa to Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Arabia Business Visa is a business visa that entitles you to enter Saudi Arabia for business-related activities, such as meetings, negotiations, conferences, trade shows, or company visits. The visa does not give the right to work or take up employment in Saudi Arabia.
The period of validity and the permitted length of stay are stated in the visa issued and may vary depending on the decision of the Saudi authorities. For a single entry visa, entry is limited to one occasion. Always check the conditions stated on your visa before departure.
Yes, in most cases, an official letter of invitation from a registered company or organization in Saudi Arabia is required. The invitation is approved by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and forms the basis for the visa application.
No. A business visa is only intended for business-related visits, such as meetings, negotiations, and conferences. If you are going to work or perform employment-related tasks, you will need to apply for a work permit or work visa.
The processing time varies depending on your nationality, the country of application and whether all documents are complete. Therefore, it is a good idea to apply several weeks before the planned departure to avoid delays.
The requirements may vary, but you will need a completed visa application, a copy of the passport information page, a visa photo, a copy of the invitation letter from the company in Saudi Arabia addressed to the Saudi Arabian embassy in Stockholm, and a letter of guarantee from an employer that has been notarized by the Chamber of Commerce. The letter of guarantee must be exact according to the standard format, please refer to download forms for examples. You will also need a copy of the registration certificate for both the Swedish and Saudi Arabian companies, a copy of the applicant's professional certificate or educational certificate, for example if you work as an electrical engineer. This is not required if you work as a CEO, etc.
No. The business visa application is not done online. Once we receive your application, we will check all the documents and make an appointment for you at the Saudi Visa Center. You will need to provide biometric data and your physical passport.
No. A Business Visa Single Entry is valid for one entry only. If you need to enter multiple times, you should instead apply for a Business Visa Multiple Entry, if you meet the conditions.
The ability to extend a business visa depends on the terms of the visa and the decision of the Saudi immigration authorities. If an extension is possible, the application must be made before the visa expires.
Yes. All Visas will help you through the entire application process, from checking what documents are required to reviewing your application before it is submitted. This reduces the risk of unnecessary delays and makes the process smoother.
Once your application has been approved, the visa will be issued digitally. The visa will be sent to the email address you provided when applying. We recommend that you save a copy and bring a printout or a digital copy with you when you travel.
The price starts from 5 000 per application and varies depending on the level of service (Standard, Express or Premium) as well as any additional services. You will see the final price on our website before completing your order. Visa fees and service costs are subject to change over time, so we recommend checking current prices at the time of application.
The processing time varies depending on your nationality, the workload of the Saudi authorities and whether all documents are complete. The process takes about four weeks after you have submitted your biometric details and passport at the Saudi Visa Center. We recommend that you apply well in advance of your planned departure.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
Affärsvisum
Valid for
90 days
Number of entries
Single entry
Max stay
30 days
Requirements for Business visa to Saudi Arabia
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Letter of guarantee
- Invitation
- Registration certificate
- CV