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Saudi Arabia visa for Chinese citizens
Entry requirement
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at cn.saudiembassy.sa
Which Saudi Arabia visa?
Visit visa for tourism (eVisa, visa on arrival or through a Saudi mission)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days in Saudi Arabia
- Fee
- US$80
- Processing time
- 1 minute to 3 business days online; the embassy route can take longer if documents are requested
All visa types for Saudi Arabia
For the tourist visa, Saudi Arabia’s official sources give a standard fee of US$80, and applications are made on ksavisa.sa. Processing time, as Saudi Arabia states it: 1 minute to 3 business days online; the embassy route can take longer if documents are requested. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Up to 90 days in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi citizens travelling to China
Saudi ArabiaChina Visa-free, 30 days China visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia
Travel advice for Saudi Arabia
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from China to Saudi Arabia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Saudi Arabia at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Saudi Arabia (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Saudi Arabia (updated 29 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Chinese citizens can stay in Saudi Arabia
Chinese citizens may stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Saudi Arabia.
How Chinese citizens apply
Chinese citizens receive the visa for Saudi Arabia at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Saudi Arabia’s neighbours for Chinese citizens
The United Arab Emirates admits Chinese citizens visa-free. Yemen and Kuwait require Chinese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Saudi citizens travelling to China
China admits Saudi citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Saudi Arabia?
Chinese citizens can stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Saudi Arabia tourist visa cost?
Saudi Arabia’s official sources give a standard fee of US$80 for the tourist visa. Processing time: 1 minute to 3 business days online; the embassy route can take longer if documents are requested.
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for China?
China admits Saudi citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Chinese citizens enter Saudi Arabia visa-free?
No; Chinese citizens need a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.