Border snapshot
Passport validity
6+ months
Allowed stay
90 days
Insurance
Mandatory
At the port of entry
On arrival at KAIA Jeddah, KKIA Riyadh or KFIA Dammam, present the eVisa PDF, return ticket and hotel booking. Fingerprints are captured at the biometric kiosk; no separate landing card is required since the 2023 e-Border rollout.
Customs and declarations
Strict ban on alcohol, narcotics, pork products, pornographic material and Israeli flags. Personal medications must be in original packaging with prescription; codeine and tramadol require a controlled-drug import permit.
Health and vaccinations
Yellow fever certificate required for travellers arriving from at-risk countries. Meningococcal ACWY vaccine is compulsory for Hajj and Umrah visa holders, recommended for all visitors.
Reasons travellers are refused entry
- eVisa not yet activated in the system — re-check 24h before flight
- Solo female travellers under 25 occasionally face additional questioning
- Carrying prohibited items, even unknowingly
Travel insurance for this trip
Protect Your Trip with Travel Insurance
Travel insurance may help cover medical emergencies, trip interruptions, lost baggage, and other unexpected travel expenses while abroad.
- Medical emergencies
- Trip interruption
- Lost baggage
Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need at the Saudi Arabia border?⌄
Saudi eVisa (Tourist), valid passport (6 months remaining), confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
How long can I stay?⌄
Up to 90 days per entry — subject to the officer's discretion at the port of entry.
Is travel insurance required?⌄
Yes — travel medical insurance is mandatory and must be presented at the border or as part of the visa.
What about cash and customs?⌄
Strict ban on alcohol, narcotics, pork products, pornographic material and Israeli flags. Personal medications must be in original packaging with prescription; codeine and tramadol require a controlled-drug import permit.
Health and vaccination rules?⌄
Yellow fever certificate required for travellers arriving from at-risk countries. Meningococcal ACWY vaccine is compulsory for Hajj and Umrah visa holders, recommended for all visitors.
Can I be refused entry even with a visa?⌄
Yes — a visa or authorization is permission to travel, not a guarantee of admission. eVisa not yet activated in the system — re-check 24h before flight is a known refusal trigger.
Do I need proof of funds?⌄
No formal minimum, but officers may ask to see a hotel reservation and a confirmed return ticket.