Saudi Arabia Visa News
The latest Saudi Arabia visa and travel news — policy announcements, fee changes, processing-time updates, and new entry rules, with links to our Saudi Arabia visa guide and tools.
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Saudi Arabia Russia Visa Free Travel Starts May 11 2026
Saudi Arabia and Russia launch visa-free travel from May 11, 2026, allowing 90-day stays for tourism and business.
Apr 7, 2026
Saudi Arabia Offers Fine-Free Exit for Stranded Visa Holders
Saudi Arabia allows stranded visitors to exit without fines or extend visas until 18 April 2026. Visit, Umrah, and transit visa holders affected by regional conflict are covered.
Mar 26, 2026
Saudi Arabia Tightens Umrah Departure Rules, Warns Overstayers
Saudi Arabia streamlines Umrah pilgrim departures with new procedures and sets April 18 as the final exit deadline. Overstayers face fines, imprisonment, and deportation.
Mar 24, 2026
Saudi Egypt Visa Deal: Official Passport Visa-Free Travel
Saudi Arabia and Egypt signed agreement waiving short-stay visas for official passport holders. New deal covers diplomatic, special and service passports.
Mar 20, 2026 Saudi Arabia Umrah Visa Deadlines March 2026: Entry Exit Date
Saudi Arabia sets final Umrah visa deadlines: issue by 1st Shawwal, enter by 15th Shawwal, depart by 1st Dhul Qada. Critical dates for Indian pilgrims.
Mar 15, 2026 Indians in Qatar and Bahrain Seek Saudi Transit Visas
Indians in Qatar and Bahrain are applying for Saudi transit visas as backup exit routes after airports shut February 28 with 98% flight cancellations.
Mar 9, 2026
Hajj 2026 Visas Now Available: Early Start Benefits Indian Pilgrim
Saudi Arabia begins issuing Hajj 2026 visas four months early, offering Indian pilgrims better planning time and improved services under Vision 2030 framework.
Feb 9, 2026