Saudi Arabia
Asia Riyadh SAR
Saudi Arabia is a country in the Middle East known for its rich Islamic heritage, modern cities, and vast deserts.
Available visas
Visa options for Saudi Arabia
Saudi Tourist eVisa
The Saudi eVisa allows tourists to explore the Kingdom for up to 90 days. Visit historical sites, experience Arabian culture, and discover this fascinating destination.
Saudi Umrah Visa
The Umrah visa allows Muslims to perform the minor pilgrimage to Mecca. Available throughout the year except during Hajj season.
Saudi ETA
For British passport holders: the low-cost Electronic Visa Waiver covers tourism, family visits and Umrah outside the Hajj season. It includes no insurance - arrange your own travel insurance.
Explore Saudi Arabia
Places to visit
Home to Islam’s two holiest cities, and increasingly open to tourism — from Red Sea coral to ancient Nabataean tombs.
Photo: Following Hadrian, CC BY-SA 2.0Makkah
Masjid al-Haram and the Kaaba — the focus of Umrah and Hajj.
Madinah
The Prophet’s Mosque, Quba Mosque and Mount Uhud.
AlUla
Hegra’s rock-cut tombs, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Jeddah
The coral-stone houses of Al-Balad and the Red Sea corniche.
Riyadh
Historic Diriyah, the Kingdom Centre and the Edge of the World cliffs.
Best time to visit: November to February, when temperatures are mild