To apply for a Saudi Arabia Residence Visa, applicants must prepare and submit a specific set of documents. Below are the detailed requirements:
Document Requirements for Saudi Arabia Residence Visa
- Original Passport:
- Must be valid for at least six months.
- Should have at least two successive blank visa pages.
- Visa Application Form:
- Complete the online application form available on the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
- Visa Referral Note:
- Issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, indicating the visa number and date.
- Proof of Kinship (if applying with family):
- For spouses: A copy of the marriage certificate.
- For children: A copy of the birth certificate.
- Note: Accompanying children must be under 18 years old, and daughters must be single.
- Medical Report:
- Must be issued by a licensed physician certifying that the applicant is free from contagious diseases.
- Requires three copies along with all lab results.
- Includes three recent passport-sized photographs on a white background.
- Medical reports must be issued within three months prior to application.
- Children under 16 do not need a medical report.
- Additional Documents for Minors:
- If traveling alone or with one parent, a notarized letter in Arabic or English signed by a parent or legal guardian is required.
- For Non-U.S. Citizens:
- A copy of the green card or documented proof of legal residence in the U.S. is necessary.
- Application Submission Options:
- In-person at the Saudi embassy or consulate.
- Via mail to the embassy’s address.
- Through authorized travel agencies.
These requirements ensure that applicants provide sufficient documentation to support their visa application process.