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Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Taiwan

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days with conditions)

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

Not yet cross-checked · Last checked 2026-06-27. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days with conditions)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Prepare documents
Ensure passport valid 6 months and a used/stamped US/UK/Schengen business/tourist visa.
2
Book travel and accommodation
Hold confirmed return/onward ticket and hotel booking.
3
Arrive at Saudi Arabian entry point
Land, sea, or air arrival at a designated port of entry.
4
Proceed to visa on arrival counter
Look for the visa on arrival desk before passport control.
5
Present documents and pay fee
Submit passport, visa, ticket, hotel proof, and pay the visa fee.
6
Receive visa and enter
Once approved, visa is stamped and you may proceed to passport control.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months.

Travel

Valid, used, and stamped US/UK/Schengen tourist or business visa
Visa must be valid, used, and stamped.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation from host.
Return or onward ticket
Confirmed flight reservation.
Travel itinerary
Optional
May be requested by border officer.

Supporting

Health insurance
Optional
Recommended but not mandatory.

Good to know

Only applicable for tourism and Islamic sub pilgrimage (Umrah) purposes.
If the US/UK/Schengen visa has not been used or is expired, you cannot use this lane.

Common refusal reasons

The US/UK/Schengen visa is not valid, not used, or not stamped.

Ensure the visa is currently valid, has at least one entry stamp, and you have used it before.

Passport validity less than 6 months.

Renew your passport before travel.

Missing onward/return ticket or accommodation proof.

Have confirmed bookings and printed itineraries.

Travel purpose not tourism or Umrah.

Select appropriate visa type based on your purpose.

FAQ

Do citizens of Taiwan need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Citizens of Taiwan can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days with conditions).

How long can citizens of Taiwan stay in Saudi Arabia?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Taiwan need for Saudi Arabia?

Passport; Valid, used, and stamped US/UK/Schengen tourist or business visa; Proof of accommodation; Return or onward ticket; Health insurance; Travel itinerary.

How long must my passport be valid for Saudi Arabia?

At least 6 months.

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