New Zealand
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
New Zealand 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 nz.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 New Zealand
Saudi ArabiaNew Zealand Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) New Zealand 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 New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens can stay in Saudi Arabia
New Zealand citizens may stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Saudi Arabia.
How New Zealand citizens apply
New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens
Oman and the United Arab Emirates admit New Zealand citizens visa-free. Yemen requires New Zealand citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Saudi citizens travelling to New Zealand
Before flying to New Zealand, Saudi citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
New Zealand citizens can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Saudi Arabia?
New Zealand 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 New Zealand?
Before flying to New Zealand, Saudi citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Saudi Arabia visa-free?
No; New Zealand 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.