Djibouti passport → Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Djibouti

Embassy / VFSTourist visa on arrival (for holders of valid US/UK/Schengen visa)

Citizens of Djibouti need a visa for Saudi Arabia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS · Tourist visa on arrival (for holders of valid US/UK/Schengen visa)
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Entries	Single entry
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Obtain a valid multiple-entry visa from US, UK or Schengen area
Ensure the visa has been used at least once before traveling to Saudi Arabia
2
Prepare travel documents
Gather passport, used visa, onward ticket, and any supporting documents
3
Travel to Saudi Arabia
Arrive at a Saudi port of entry (air, land, or sea)
4
Apply for visa on arrival at immigration counter
Present passport, used visa, onward ticket, and pay any applicable fee
5
Receive visa and enter Saudi Arabia
Visa is issued at the border; max stay and validity determined by immigration officer

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (Djibouti)
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
Passport-size photograph
Optional
May be required at border

Travel

Valid multiple-entry visa from US, UK or Schengen area
Must have been used at least once (show entry/exit stamps)
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Saudi Arabia

Good to know

The multiple-entry visa from US/UK/Schengen must have been used at least once (entry/exit stamps required)
Visa on arrival is not guaranteed; immigration officer has discretion to deny entry

Common refusal reasons

Multiple-entry visa not used at least once

Ensure you have entry/exit stamps from the country that issued the visa

Passport validity less than 6 months

Renew passport before travel

Lack of onward/return ticket

Book a confirmed return or onward ticket

FAQ

Do citizens of Djibouti need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Citizens of Djibouti need a visa for Saudi Arabia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist visa on arrival (for holders of valid US/UK/Schengen visa).

What documents do citizens of Djibouti need for Saudi Arabia?

Valid passport (Djibouti); Valid multiple-entry visa from US, UK or Schengen area; Return or onward ticket; Passport-size photograph.

How long must my passport be valid for Saudi Arabia?

At least 6 months.

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