Visa-Free Countries for Saudi Arabia Passport in 2026

Visa-Free Countries

Saudi passport holders can enter the following 37 countries without obtaining any visa. Entry is granted through simple passport inspection at border control, with permitted stay durations ranging from 14 to 180 days depending on the destination.

Visa on Arrival Countries

Saudi passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at the following 29 destinations. This requires payment of a visa fee and submission of documents at the port of entry before immigration clearance.

eTA Required Countries

The following 2 destinations require Saudi passport holders to obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before travel. ETAs are applied for online and typically approved within 72 hours.

Countries Requiring a Visa in Advance

Saudi passport holders require traditional embassy visas for most European Schengen countries, the United States, Canada, UK, and approximately 145 other destinations worldwide.

For detailed visa requirements for specific destinations, use our Trip Visa Finder to check entry requirements for your complete travel itinerary.

Regional Breakdown

Saudi passport holders have varying levels of access across different world regions. Here's how the 84 visa-free destinations break down geographically:

Check Entry Requirements by Destination

While this page lists visa-free access for Saudi passport holders, each destination has additional entry requirements beyond visa status. Check destination-specific entry requirements including passport validity, proof of funds, onward tickets, and health insurance.

Sources and Methodology

This visa information is compiled from official government immigration websites, embassy announcements, and verified traveler reports. We continuously monitor changes to visa policies and update our data to reflect current entry requirements.

Learn more about our research methodology and data verification process.

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