British Embassy in Riyadh
Embassy 
United Kingdom Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Address
- 11693 Riyadh
- Website
- gov.uk
Head of mission: Stephen Hitchen
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 30 July 2026
At 11693 Riyadh, the British embassy in Riyadh represents the United Kingdom towards Saudi Arabia. Its opening hours on record: 5 days a week, 08:00–15:00. Before flying to the United Kingdom, Saudi citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Opening hours of the British embassy in Riyadh
| Monday | 08:00–15:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00–15:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00–15:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00–15:00 |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 08:00–15:00 |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British embassy in Riyadh is listed as open 5 days a week, 08:00–15:00. It opens on Sunday but not on Saturday.
United Kingdom visa for Saudi citizens
Saudi ArabiaUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia
United KingdomSaudi Arabia Visa on arrival Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Saudi citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed. The application is made online, not at the British embassy in Riyadh.
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The United Kingdom’s other missions in Saudi Arabia
- Consulate General of the United Kingdom in Jeddah
21411 Jeddah
Besides the British embassy in Riyadh, the United Kingdom has 1 other mission in Saudi Arabia. Consulates: Jeddah. Saudi Arabia in turn has an embassy in London.
Latest official news
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Operational update 20 October – UK military support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The UK will provide additional defensive military support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, given escalating Houthi attacks in the region.
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Gaza: A Call to Action on Humanitarian Access and Health
A Call to Action on Humanitarian Access and Health in Gaza from Australia, Denmark, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UK
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UK military support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The UK will provide additional defensive military support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia following renewed Houthi attacks and escalating violence in the region.
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G7 Statement on Bab al-Mandab and Navigational Rights and Freedoms
Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union condemn continued strikes carried out by the Houthis in Yemen and against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Good to know
About the British embassy in Riyadh
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Riyadh. It is headed by Stephen Hitchen, according to the records.
Address and contact
Address: 11693 Riyadh. The record for the British embassy in Riyadh includes an official website.
British citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia issues British citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Before visiting the British embassy in Riyadh
Current procedures for the British embassy in Riyadh, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Riyadh
The British embassy in Riyadh has 36 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Riyadh?
The British embassy in Riyadh is at 11693 Riyadh.
What are the opening hours of the British Embassy in Riyadh?
The British embassy in Riyadh is listed as open 5 days a week, 08:00–15:00.
Is the British Embassy in Riyadh open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the British embassy in Riyadh do not include Saturday, although it opens on Sunday.
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Saudi citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
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