Saudi Arabia Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Saudi Arabia. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Saudi Arabia. You must get a visa or ETA to visit, and Hajj needs a separate visa.
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Saudi Arabia travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
ETA, e-visa or visa waiver needed
Separate Hajj visa required
Israeli stamps may mean refusal
Official source: GOV.UK Saudi Arabia entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months from arrival
- Visa or ETA needed to visit
- Separate visa for Hajj
- Strict customs rules, no alcohol or pork
Passport validity for Saudi Arabia
For entry into Saudi Arabia, your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
You may not be allowed to enter if your passport shows you have travelled to, or were born in, Israel.
Visas
You must get a visa to visit. Options include an electronic travel authorisation (ETA), a tourist e-visa and an electronic visa waiver.
Apply before you travel. If you are travelling for Hajj, you must get a separate Hajj visa.
Arriving and customs
Your visa may only allow you to enter by air. Check before travelling by the Bahrain causeway.
It is illegal to import items including alcohol, pork products, pornographic material and narcotics.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Saudi Arabia?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Do I need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Yes. You must get a visa, ETA or electronic visa waiver before you visit.
Can I enter Saudi Arabia with an Israeli stamp?
You may not be allowed to enter if your passport shows you have travelled to, or were born in, Israel.