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title: Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Iceland
description: "Citizens of Iceland can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: SAR 440. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Iceland

Citizens of Iceland can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival (VOA) · Tourist 90 days
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 365 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** SAR 440
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay, not normally checked

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Saudi port of entry** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter at the airport or border crossing
2. **Complete arrival formalities and pay fee** — Present passport, pay the fee of 440 SAR, and receive visa sticker or stamp
3. **Receive visa and enter** — Validity up to 1 year, multiple entries, maximum stay 90 days per visit

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (Icelandic)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months at time of arrival
- **Completed arrival card (if required at counter)** (Travel): Provided on the aircraft or at the visa counter
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity, optional): May be requested if no digital photo captured
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Not always required but may be requested
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be requested to confirm itinerary
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or credit card, rarely checked on arrival
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but recommended for medical coverage

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Bank statement
- Credit card

Proof of funds rarely requested for VOA

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is not available at all land borders; only certain crossings and international airports

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival
- **Previous overstay or visa violation in Saudi Arabia or GCC countries** — Clear any prior overstay before traveling; check your travel history
- **Being on a prohibited nationality list (very rare for Icelanders)** — Verify eligibility for VOA with the nearest Saudi embassy before travel

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Iceland need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Citizens of Iceland can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (VOA) · Tourist 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Iceland stay in Saudi Arabia?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Saudi Arabia visa cost for citizens of Iceland?

Government fee: SAR 440.

### What documents do citizens of Iceland need for Saudi Arabia?

Valid passport (Icelandic); Completed arrival card (if required at counter); Passport-size photograph; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Saudi Arabia?

At least 6 months.

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- [Saudi Arabia visa for every passport](/visa/saudi-arabia)
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