Tourist visa — Electronic Travel Authorization

Obtain an ETA through the official ETA service before travelling. The Department notice effective 25 May 2026 provides a free 30-day tourist ETA for nationals of 40 countries, including Saudi Arabia, with double entry during that period. An ETA is still required. Extensions are subject to the applicable fee.

See the checked official notice below for the full country list and reciprocal arrangements.

Guidance checked on 2 October 2026 against published official service guidance. Fees are in SAR unless stated otherwise; the Labour Section notes that rates may vary with exchange rates.

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• Official notice: free tourist ETA for 40 countries1 page · PDF · 116 KB · Official source

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