Saudi Arabia Suspends 1-Year Multiple-Entry E-Visas for Citizens of 14 Countries
In a significant policy shift, Saudi Arabia has officially suspended the issuance of 1-year multiple-entry e-visas for citizens of 14 countries. This abrupt change affects frequent travelers, religious pilgrims, and business professionals who relied on this visa for its flexibility and convenience.
Countries Affected
The suspension applies to citizens of the following 14 countries:
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
🇯🇴 Jordan
🇮🇳 India
🇵🇰 Pakistan
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
🇩🇿 Algeria
🇸🇩 Sudan
🇮🇶 Iraq
🇲🇦 Morocco
🇾🇪 Yemen
🇮🇩 Indonesia
🇹🇳 Tunisia
🇪🇬 Egypt
🇳🇬 Nigeria
Citizens of these countries will no longer be eligible to apply for the 1-year multiple-entry e-visa, significantly impacting travel plans for tourism, family visits, and business trips.
What is the Saudi 1-Year Multiple-Entry Visa?
The 1-year multiple-entry visa previously allowed travelers to enter and exit Saudi Arabia multiple times within a 12-month period. This visa was particularly valuable for:
Frequent Business Travelers attending meetings, conferences, or trade exhibitions.
Religious Pilgrims making multiple Umrah trips within the year.
Family Visitors regularly visiting relatives residing in Saudi Arabia.
Impact and Alternatives
With this suspension, affected travelers will need to apply for single-entry visas or explore alternative visa options. This change presents new challenges for those who frequently visit the Kingdom for business, religious, or personal reasons.
Stay tuned for further updates and guidance on navigating these new visa regulations.