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

Citizens of the Maldives 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
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Saudi Arabian port of entry** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter after clearing immigration.
2. **Submit required documents** — Present passport, onward ticket, hotel reservation, and pay the visa fee.
3. **Receive visa and entry stamp** — Visa is issued immediately and stamped into passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel from Saudi Arabia.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for the stay.
- **Visa fee payment (in cash or card)** (Supporting): Payable at the arrival counter in SAR.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity, optional): May be requested at the visa counter.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available for citizens of certain countries; confirm eligibility before travel.
- Visa on Arrival may be denied if the purpose of visit is not tourism or Umrah.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or insufficiently valid passport** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity.
- **Lack of onward ticket or accommodation proof** — Carry printed or digital copies of return ticket and hotel booking.
- **Purpose of visit not allowed for VOA** — Only tourism/Umrah is permitted; business or work requires a pre-arranged visa.
- **Previous visa violation or overstay in Saudi Arabia** — Clear any prior violations before traveling.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Maldives need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Citizens of the Maldives can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

### How long can citizens of the Maldives stay in Saudi Arabia?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Maldives need for Saudi Arabia?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Visa fee payment (in cash or card); Passport-sized photograph.

## More

- [Saudi Arabia visa for every passport](/visa/saudi-arabia)
- [Every destination for Maldives passport holders](/visa/passport/maldives)