# Saudi Arabia visa for Nepali citizens

> Saudi Arabia visa for Nepali citizens: tourist & e-visa requirements, fees, processing time. Apply online with Yatra For Fun.

Nepali passport holders visiting Saudi Arabia as tourists use the Tourist Visa. Processing time: 5–10 working days after biometric submission. Apply through Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia — Kathmandu.

- **Visa route (tourist):** Visa required
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- **Last reviewed:** 2026-04-25

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia — Kathmandu
- **Address:** Sumangal, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
- **Phone:** +977 1 472 0892
- **Email:** kaemb@mofa.gov.sa
- **Hours:** Sun–Thu, 10:00–17:00 (closed Fri/Sat and on Saudi/Nepali public holidays).
- **Application centre:** Tasheer Saudi Visa Centre — Kathmandu — Koteshwor-32, Kathmandu, Nepal (inaugurated Jan 2024).
- **Online portal:** https://vc.tasheer.com
- **Payment:** Cash, debit/credit card, or local digital wallet (eSewa / Khalti) at the Tasheer centre. Online prepayment via Enjaz (visa.mofa.gov.sa) for the MOFA visa fee.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Tourist Visa

**Purpose:** Leisure travel, sightseeing, family or friends visits, attending events, and Umrah for non-Muslim pilgrims.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry (single) — up to 1 year aggregate stay on multi-entry variants.
**Validity:** Single entry: 90 days; multi-entry: 1 year, 5 years, or 10 years from issue.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, or 10 Years (5 SKUs in Tasheer)
**Processing time:** 5–10 working days after biometric submission.
**How to apply:** Apply via Enjaz (visa.mofa.gov.sa), book Tasheer slot at vc.tasheer.com, submit biometrics in person at Koteshwor.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement showing minimum closing balance ≈ NPR 200,000 per applicant.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Bank statement (last 3 months) — Original, signed and stamped on every page; minimum closing balance NPR 200,000 per applicant recommended.
- Confirmed hotel booking — For the entire stay, in the applicant's name.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- Detailed cover letter — Explaining purpose of visit, intended duration, and itinerary.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

**Notes:**
- The standalone Saudi e-Visa portal (visa.visitsaudi.com) is currently unavailable for Nepali nationals — Tasheer is the only route.
- Tasheer SKUs: Tourism, Tourism Multiple Entry One Year, Five Year, Ten Years.

### Transit — Transit Visa

**Purpose:** Travellers transiting Saudi Arabia en route to a third country (including layovers > 12 hours and stopover programmes via Saudia / Flynas).
**Stay duration:** Up to 96 hours (4 days) for stopover; up to 30 days for transit.
**Validity:** 90 days from issuance; multi-entry 10-year transit also offered.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple Entry 10 Years (3 SKUs)
**Processing time:** 3–7 working days.
**How to apply:** Book Tasheer slot; biometrics in person.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Confirmed onward airline ticket — To the third (final) destination country.
- Visa for the onward country — Where the destination country requires one.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Business — Business Visit Visa

**Purpose:** Attending meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, or short-term commercial engagement (no employment in the Saudi labour market).
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; multi-entry variants allow repeated visits within validity.
**Validity:** Single entry: 90 days; multi-entry: 1 / 2 / 5 / 10 years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 2 Years, 5 Years, or 10 Years (6 SKUs)
**Processing time:** 5–10 working days.
**How to apply:** Saudi inviter must obtain a MOFA invitation letter and forward the e-invitation number to the applicant; applicant then registers on Enjaz, books Tasheer slot, and submits.
**Financial requirement:** Company financials + bank statement showing adequate funds.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- MOFA invitation letter / e-invitation number — Issued by the Saudi inviting company through the Saudi Chamber of Commerce.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer — On letterhead, stating designation, salary, leave approval, and purpose of trip.
- Company registration / PAN — Of the Nepali employer / sponsor.
- Bank statement (last 3 months) — Original, signed and stamped on every page; minimum closing balance NPR 200,000 per applicant recommended.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- Confirmed hotel booking — For the entire stay, in the applicant's name.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Work — Work Visa (Temporary Work / Employment)

**Purpose:** Entering Saudi Arabia for paid employment under a Saudi sponsor (kafeel); converted to an Iqama (residence permit) within 90 days of arrival.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days on entry; thereafter governed by the Iqama issued in Saudi Arabia.
**Validity:** Single entry, 90 days from issuance.
**Entries:** Single (work entry permit); Resident multi-entry available for existing Iqama holders.
**Processing time:** 15–30 working days (after Saudi-side approvals are complete).
**How to apply:** Saudi employer obtains a Block Visa from the Ministry of Human Resources, transfers the visa to the applicant via Enjaz, then the applicant attests documents and books a Tasheer appointment.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Original work contract — Attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal and the Saudi Embassy.
- Educational certificates — Apostilled / attested by MoFA Nepal and the Saudi Embassy.
- Medical fitness certificate (GAMCA / Wafid) — From a GAMCA-approved Nepal clinic, valid for 3 months.
- Police clearance certificate — From Nepal Police, attested by MoFA Nepal.
- Power of attorney / authorisation *(conditional)* — Where a Saudi employer or local recruiter handles the submission.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

**Notes:**
- GAMCA / Wafid medical screening is mandatory for all Saudi work visas.
- Recruitment must go through a Department of Foreign Employment (DoFE)–licensed Nepali manpower agency.

### Family Visit — Family Visit Visa

**Purpose:** Visiting immediate family members (spouse, children, parents, siblings) who hold a valid Saudi Iqama or citizenship.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry on single; up to 6 months per stay on long-validity multi-entry.
**Validity:** Single 30 days, or Multiple Entry 6 months / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 10 years.
**Entries:** Single 30 Days, Multiple Entry 6 Months, 1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years, 4 Years, 5 Years, 10 Years (10 SKUs — the broadest set in Tasheer)
**Processing time:** 5–14 working days.
**How to apply:** Saudi-resident sponsor applies via the Absher / MOFA portal and forwards the e-visa reference; applicant submits at Tasheer Kathmandu.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Sponsor's Iqama copy — Valid Saudi residence permit of the inviting family member.
- Sponsor's passport copy
- Proof of relationship — Marriage certificate / birth certificate, attested by MoFA Nepal and the Saudi Embassy.
- Family register (lalpurja / nata pramanit) — Issued by the local ward office, attested by MoFA Nepal.
- Sponsor's Saudi employer letter *(conditional)* — Confirming employment and salary; sometimes requested.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Personal — Personal Visit Visa

**Purpose:** Visiting friends, distant relatives, or non-immediate family members residing in Saudi Arabia.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, or 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, or 10 Years (4 SKUs)
**Processing time:** 7–14 working days.
**How to apply:** Sponsor in Saudi Arabia applies via MOFA / Enjaz; applicant submits at Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Sponsor's Iqama / passport copy
- Invitation letter from sponsor — Stating relationship, purpose, and intended stay.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Government — Government Visit Visa

**Purpose:** Official government delegations, public-sector engagements, and government-sponsored programmes.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 1 Year or 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 10 Years (4 SKUs)
**Processing time:** Variable (courtesy processing).
**How to apply:** Saudi government counterpart issues the invitation through MOFA; submission via diplomatic note or Tasheer with NoC from MOFA Nepal.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- NoC from Government of Nepal — No-Objection Certificate from the relevant Ministry / MoFA Nepal.
- Saudi Government invitation — Issued by the Saudi ministry / counterpart organisation.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Student — Educational Visa (Government / Private / Long-Term / Short-Term)

**Purpose:** Pursuing study or training at a Saudi university, school, or recognised training institute — including scholarship programmes (Government) and self-funded enrolment (Private).
**Stay duration:** Long-term: full duration of the study programme; Short-term: up to 90 days for courses, internships, or seminars.
**Validity:** Aligned to the academic calendar; multi-year for long-term study.
**Entries:** Single (long-term) or short-term variant; 6 SKUs covering Educational Government, Educational Private, and Educational Visa long-term / short-term.
**Processing time:** 10–20 working days (after academic acceptance and MoFA Nepal attestation).
**How to apply:** Saudi institution issues an admission letter and applies for the visa via MOFA; applicant attests documents and submits at Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Admission letter from Saudi institution — Stating programme, duration, and study mode.
- Educational certificates — SLC / +2 / Bachelor's as applicable, attested by MoFA Nepal and the Saudi Embassy.
- Scholarship award letter *(conditional)* — For Government-funded scholarship students.
- Medical fitness certificate — GAMCA / Wafid–approved.
- Police clearance certificate — Issued within the last 3 months.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Medical — Medical Visa (Government / Private)

**Purpose:** Medical treatment in Saudi Arabia at a government (Government) or private (Private) hospital.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; extendable on hospital recommendation.
**Validity:** 90 days from issuance; multi-entry 10-year option for chronic-care follow-ups.
**Entries:** Single, or Multiple Entry 10 Years (6 SKUs across Government and Private)
**Processing time:** 7–14 working days.
**How to apply:** Saudi hospital issues an appointment letter; applicant attests medical records and submits at Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Hospital appointment letter — From the receiving Saudi government or private hospital, on letterhead.
- Medical records — Diagnosis, treatment history, and referring doctor's note from Nepal.
- Sponsor proof (companion / patient) *(conditional)* — Where a family member accompanies the patient.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Escort — Escort Visa

**Purpose:** Accompanying a Hajj / Umrah pilgrim, a medical-treatment patient, a minor child, or an elderly family member.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; tied to the principal traveller's visa duration.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, or 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, 10 Years (5 SKUs)
**Processing time:** 7–14 working days.
**How to apply:** Linked to the principal applicant's visa file; submit jointly at Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Principal traveller's visa / passport copy
- Proof of relationship to principal — Marriage / birth / lalpurja certificate, attested.
- Hospital or pilgrimage operator letter *(conditional)* — Confirming the principal's programme.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Mission — Mission and Organization Visit

**Purpose:** Visits by NGO / INGO staff, religious-organisation delegates, mission workers, and inter-governmental organisation personnel.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, or 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, 10 Years (5 SKUs)
**Processing time:** 7–14 working days.
**How to apply:** Sponsoring organisation in Saudi Arabia obtains MOFA approval; applicant submits at Tasheer with NGO documentation.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Saudi sponsoring organisation invitation
- NGO / organisation registration — Of both the sending and receiving organisations.
- Letter from Nepali employer — Confirming role, salary, and travel approval.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Event — Event Visa

**Purpose:** Attending sports events, cultural festivals, exhibitions, conferences, and concerts in Saudi Arabia (e.g. Riyadh Season, Saudi Cup, AFC events).
**Stay duration:** Tied to the event duration; typically up to 90 days.
**Validity:** Single (covering the event), or Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, or 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 5 Years, 10 Years, plus a separate Event Visit SKU (6 SKUs total)
**Processing time:** 5–10 working days.
**How to apply:** Event organiser issues a participant / spectator invitation through MOFA; applicant submits at Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Event invitation / ticket / accreditation — From the official Saudi event organiser.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.
- Confirmed hotel booking — For the entire stay, in the applicant's name.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Diplomatic — Diplomatic and Special Visa

**Purpose:** Diplomatic, official, and consular duty travel — including UN / international-organisation officials.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; longer for accredited diplomats.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 6 Months, 1 / 2 / 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 6 Months, 1 Year, 2 Years, 10 Years (6 SKUs)
**Processing time:** Variable (courtesy processing).
**How to apply:** Submitted through diplomatic channels (MOFA Nepal -> Saudi Embassy) — Tasheer for biometrics where required.

**Required documents:**

- Diplomatic / Official passport or UN Laissez-Passer — Valid for at least 6 months.
- Note Verbale from MoFA Nepal — Or equivalent diplomatic note from the sending mission.
- Travel order / mission letter — Stating purpose, duration, and host counterpart.
- Photographs — Two recent passport-size photos with white background.

**Notes:**
- Diplomatic / official passport holders are exempt from the standard Tasheer service fee in most cases.

### Resident — Resident / Re-Entry Visa

**Purpose:** Re-entry into Saudi Arabia for current Iqama holders returning from a temporary trip abroad.
**Stay duration:** Tied to the Iqama validity.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 1 Year (3 SKUs total — Resident, Resident, Residence Visa Multiple Entry One Year).
**Entries:** Single or Multiple Entry 1 Year
**Processing time:** 3–7 working days.
**How to apply:** Saudi sponsor processes the re-entry permit on Absher; applicant submits at Tasheer if biometric refresh is required.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Valid Iqama copy
- Sponsor / employer letter — Confirming continued employment and authorising re-entry.
- Confirmed return airline ticket — Showing arrival in and departure from Saudi Arabia within visa validity.

**Notes:**
- Tasheer also issues 88 separate Extend Return SKUs (13–55 month single + multiple) for Iqama holders extending re-entry permits beyond standard durations.

### Premium — Premium Residency Visa

**Purpose:** Saudi Arabia's "Green Card"–style permit allowing long-term residence, business ownership, and property purchase without a sponsor.
**Stay duration:** Permanent (Unlimited variant) or Renewable annually (Limited variant).
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 10 Years (3 SKUs).
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 10 Years
**Processing time:** 60–90 working days after approval.
**How to apply:** Apply through the Premium Residency Centre (PRC) portal in Saudi Arabia; biometric refresh at Tasheer Kathmandu when renewing from abroad.
**Eligibility:** Minimum age 21, valid passport, financial solvency, clean criminal record, medical fitness, proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Proof of financial solvency — Bank statements demonstrating substantial assets.
- Police clearance certificate — From every country of residence in the last 5 years.
- Medical fitness certificate — GAMCA / Wafid–approved.
- Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia — Rental contract or property ownership document.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Merchandise — Merchandise Delivery / Transport of Goods

**Purpose:** Truck drivers, freight operators, and commercial carriers entering Saudi Arabia to deliver goods or transit through.
**Stay duration:** Up to 30 days per entry, tied to the cargo manifest.
**Validity:** Single, or Multiple Entry 1 Year or 10 Years.
**Entries:** Single, Multiple Entry 1 Year, 10 Years (4 SKUs across Merchandise Delivery and Transport of Goods)
**Processing time:** 7–14 working days.
**How to apply:** Carrier company in Saudi Arabia obtains MOFA approval; applicant (driver / operator) submits at Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Saudi importer / consignee invitation
- Driver / commercial licence — Valid Nepali heavy-vehicle / cargo licence.
- Cargo manifest / waybill
- Vehicle registration *(conditional)* — Required only for cross-border vehicle entries.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

### Religious — Hajj / Umrah Pilgrimage Visa

**Purpose:** Performing Hajj (annual obligatory pilgrimage) or Umrah (year-round minor pilgrimage) at the holy sites in Mecca and Medina.
**Stay duration:** Hajj: ~30 days during the Hajj season; Umrah: up to 90 days within the Umrah season (Safar to Shawwal).
**Validity:** Tied to the pilgrimage season; Hajj is single-entry only.
**Entries:** Single (Hajj); single or multi (Umrah where authorised).
**Processing time:** Hajj: per Government of Nepal Hajj Council seasonal allocation; Umrah: 5–10 working days.
**How to apply:** Hajj: only through the Government of Nepal Hajj Council and MOFA Nepal–authorised operators. Umrah: only through Saudi MOFA–authorised Umrah agents in Nepal using the Nusuk / MAQAM platform — NOT via Tasheer.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport (Muslim applicants only) — Valid for at least 6 months beyond pilgrimage end date.
- Proof of Islam — Endorsement from a recognised Nepali mosque or Islamic Sangh of Nepal.
- Vaccination certificates — Including Meningitis ACWY (mandatory) and seasonal vaccines as updated by Saudi MoH.
- Mahram proof (women under 45) *(conditional)* — No longer mandatory for women aged 45+ travelling in groups; younger women still need a male mahram letter and his passport copy.
- Hajj Council allocation / Umrah operator confirmation — Issued by the Government of Nepal Hajj Council or the licensed Umrah operator.
- Passport-size photographs — White background, both ears visible, no spectacles.

**Notes:**
- Hajj and Umrah visas for Nepali pilgrims are NOT issued through the Tasheer Visa Centre — they go through MOFA-authorised pilgrimage operators directly with Saudi MOFA / Nusuk.
- Tourist e-Visa holders may also perform Umrah (since 2019) without a separate religious visa.

### Multi-Entry — Multiple Entry 5-Year / 10-Year Visa

**Purpose:** Frequent travellers — including business owners, investors, journalists, and family members of Saudi residents — who require recurring entries over 5 or 10 years.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; total stay capped at 180 days per calendar year.
**Validity:** 5 years or 10 years from issuance.
**Entries:** Multiple (2 SKUs — Multiple Entry 5 Year, Multiple Entry 10 Years)
**Processing time:** 10–20 working days.
**How to apply:** Apply via Enjaz / Tasheer with documentation justifying frequent-travel need.

**Required documents:**

- Original passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date, with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- Passport bio-page copy — Clear colour photocopy of the data page.
- Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm) — Recent, white or light-grey background, head straight, both ears visible.
- Visa application form — Filled in English via the Enjaz portal (visa.mofa.gov.sa) and printed for submission.
- Citizenship copy — Photocopy of Nepali citizenship certificate.
- Travel history — Previous Saudi visas / passport stamps showing prior visits.
- Justification letter — Explaining the need for frequent re-entry (business, family, etc.).
- Bank statement (last 3 months) — Original, signed and stamped on every page; minimum closing balance NPR 200,000 per applicant recommended.
- CHI-approved medical insurance — Premium auto-calculated by Tasheer at submission; covers the full visa validity.

## Important general notes

- All Nepali applicants must apply through the Tasheer Visa Centre at Koteshwor — the Saudi Embassy does NOT accept walk-in visa submissions.
- Biometric enrolment (fingerprints + facial photo) is mandatory in person for every applicant aged 6–80; no proxy or postal alternative.
- Book the appointment online at https://vc.tasheer.com — slots fill quickly during Hajj/Umrah seasons.
- Arrive at the Tasheer centre at least 15 minutes before the appointment with the full original document set.
- Council of Health Insurance (CHI)–approved medical insurance is compulsory; the premium varies by age, gender, marital status, entries, and validity.
- Saudi Arabia does NOT offer visa-on-arrival or e-visa to Nepali passport holders for most categories — Tasheer is the standard route.
- Tourist e-Visa (visa.visitsaudi.com) is currently unavailable for Nepal — confirm eligibility before applying online.
- Hajj and Umrah visas for Nepali pilgrims are issued via Saudi MOFA-authorised agencies in Nepal, not through Tasheer.
- Visa fees, insurance, and Tasheer service charges are non-refundable regardless of outcome.
- Tasheer issues 88 separate "Extend Return" SKUs (13–55 month durations, single + multiple entry) for current Iqama holders extending re-entry permits — not used by first-time applicants.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Saudi Arabia visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (Tourist, Transit, Business, Work). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Original passport; Passport bio-page copy; Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm); Visa application form; Citizenship copy; Bank statement (last 3 months).
3. **Submit at Tasheer Saudi Visa Centre — Kathmandu** — Apply via Enjaz (visa.mofa.gov.sa), book Tasheer slot at vc.tasheer.com, submit biometrics in person at Koteshwor.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 5–10 working days after biometric submission. Collect your passport or e-visa as the embassy or visa centre instructs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Saudi Arabia as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Saudi Arabia for tourism use the Tourist Visa, which allows a stay of up to 90 days per entry (single) — up to 1 year aggregate stay on multi-entry variants.

### How long does a Saudi Arabia tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

5–10 working days after biometric submission.

### What bank balance is required for a Saudi Arabia visa?

Bank statement showing minimum closing balance ≈ NPR 200,000 per applicant.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Saudi Arabia on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days per entry (single) — up to 1 year aggregate stay on multi-entry variants (Tourist Visa).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Saudi Arabia tourist visa?

Apply via Enjaz (visa.mofa.gov.sa), book Tasheer slot at vc.tasheer.com, submit biometrics in person at Koteshwor.

### What documents are required for a Saudi Arabia tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Original passport; Passport bio-page copy; Passport-size photograph (51 × 51 mm); Visa application form; Citizenship copy; Bank statement (last 3 months); Confirmed hotel booking; Confirmed return airline ticket.

### Where is the Saudi Arabia embassy in Nepal?

Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia — Kathmandu — Sumangal, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal. Phone: +977 1 472 0892. Applications are lodged at Tasheer Saudi Visa Centre — Kathmandu, Koteshwor-32, Kathmandu, Nepal (inaugurated Jan 2024).

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Saudi Arabia business visa?

Yes — Business Visit Visa. Attending meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, or short-term commercial engagement (no employment in the Saudi labour market). Processing: 5–10 working days.

### Is there an official online portal for the Saudi Arabia visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://vc.tasheer.com.

### How is the Saudi Arabia visa fee paid?

Cash, debit/credit card, or local digital wallet (eSewa / Khalti) at the Tasheer centre. Online prepayment via Enjaz (visa.mofa.gov.sa) for the MOFA visa fee.

### Can Yatra For Fun help with a Saudi Arabia visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Saudi Arabia visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

## Sources

- https://vc.tasheer.com — Tasheer Visa Centre application portal (Nepal nationality, 168 visa SKUs, scraped 2026-04-25)
- https://svtselb.tasheer.com/VFSTasheel/services/makeappointment/getvisabycountry — countryId=60491, nationalityId=60491
- https://svtselb.tasheer.com/VFSTasheel/services/makeappointment/getcountryconfig — Nepal config
- https://svtselb.tasheer.com/VFSTasheel/services/makeappointment/getEmbassyByVisaType — Kathmandu embassy entry (id 45802)
- https://www.mofa.gov.sa — Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- https://visa.mofa.gov.sa — Enjaz visa application portal
- https://visa.visitsaudi.com — Saudi Tourist e-Visa (currently unavailable for Nepal)
- https://www.tasheer.com/en/solutions/visa-solutions — Tasheer corporate visa solutions overview
- Saudi Embassy Kathmandu — Sumangal, Maharajgunj (kaemb@mofa.gov.sa, +977-1-4720892)
- Tasheer Visa Centre Kathmandu — Koteshwor-32 (inaugurated January 2024)

## Related

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens: https://yatraforfun.com/visa
- Dummy flight ticket for visa files: https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket

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*Yatra For Fun (https://yatraforfun.com) helps Nepali citizens prepare visa files over WhatsApp — the embassy or visa centre makes the decision — and sells reservation documents for visa files: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.*