--- title: Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Zimbabwe description: "Citizens of Zimbabwe need a visa for Saudi Arabia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: SAR 133 + SAR 20 service fee. Processing: 2–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/saudi-arabia/zimbabwe lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Zimbabwe Citizens of Zimbabwe 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.* Official application site: https://visa.visitsaudi.com/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa (multiple entry) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 365 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 2–7 days - **Government fee:** SAR 133 + SAR 20 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds for the stay ## How to apply 1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all documents listed above; ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months 2. **Fill out online application** — Visit the official KSA Visa portal and complete the application form 3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay government fee (SAR 133) and service fee (SAR 20) online via the portal 4. **Submit application and upload documents** — Upload scanned copies of all required documents 5. **Schedule biometrics appointment** — Book an appointment at the nearest Saudi embassy or Visa Application Centre to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo) 6. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Visit the centre in person with original passport and appointment confirmation 7. **Wait for visa processing** — Processing typically takes 2–7 working days; you may be contacted for additional documents 8. **Receive visa decision** — If approved, visa is electronically linked to your passport or a sticker may be affixed 9. **Travel to Saudi Arabia** — Carry printed copy of visa and supporting documents; present upon entry 10. **Comply with arrival procedures** — May be subject to additional checks; have onward ticket and accommodation ready ## Documents checklist - **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Online form via KSA Visa portal - **Valid passport** (Travel): Validity at least 6 months beyond intended stay - **Passport-size photographs (2)** (Supporting): White background, recent - **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel): Confirmed bookings showing entry and exit - **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For entire stay - **Bank statements (last 3–6 months)** (Financial): Show sufficient funds - **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): Include salary and leave approval - **Travel insurance (covering Saudi Arabia)** (Supporting): Minimum medical coverage as required - **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If traveling from an endemic area - **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but recommended - **Consent letter for minors (if traveling with one parent)** (Supporting, optional): Notarized, plus copy of other parent's passport ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of SAR 3,000 (approx. USD 800) for the stay - Bank statements (last 3–6 months) - Proof of employment income - Sponsorship letter if applicable Sufficient funds covering accommodation and daily expenses required ## Good to know - Visa applications without biometric enrollment will be refused. - Overstaying the 90-day limit may result in fines and future visa bans. - Provide accurate travel dates; false information leads to rejection. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and provide consistent information matching passport - **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay - **Lack of biometric appointment** — Schedule and attend biometrics appointment as instructed - **Inadequate financial proof** — Submit recent bank statements showing sufficient funds and stable income - **Previous overstay or visa violation in Saudi Arabia** — Resolve any previous violations before applying - **Suspected intent to work or immigrate** — Provide clear evidence of strong ties to home country (employment letter, property, etc.) ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Zimbabwe need a visa for Saudi Arabia? Citizens of Zimbabwe need a visa for Saudi Arabia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (multiple entry). ### How long can citizens of Zimbabwe stay in Saudi Arabia? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Saudi Arabia visa cost for citizens of Zimbabwe? Government fee: SAR 133 + SAR 20 service fee. ### How long does Saudi Arabia visa processing take? Typically 2–7 days. ### What documents do citizens of Zimbabwe need for Saudi Arabia? Completed visa application form; Valid passport; Passport-size photographs (2); Flight itinerary (round trip); Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statements (last 3–6 months); and 5 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Saudi Arabia? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://visa.visitsaudi.com/ ## Sources - [visa.visitsaudi.com](https://visa.visitsaudi.com/) ## More - [Saudi Arabia visa for every passport](/visa/saudi-arabia) - [Every destination for Zimbabwe passport holders](/visa/passport/zimbabwe)