Saudi Arabia
Iran
Iran visa for Saudi citizens
Entry requirement
Saudi citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 15 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Iranian citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia
IranSaudi Arabia e-Visa Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Iran
Travel advice for Iran
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole 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.
For a trip from Saudi Arabia to Iran, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Iran at Level 4, do not travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Iran (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Iran (updated 29 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Saudi citizens can stay in Iran
Saudi citizens may stay in Iran for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Saudi citizens
Armenia, Pakistan and Turkey admit Saudi citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Saudi citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia
Iranian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Iran?
Saudi citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 15 days are visa-free.
How long can Saudi citizens stay in Iran?
Saudi citizens can stay in Iran for up to 15 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Iranian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Can Saudi citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Saudi citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.
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.