India passport to Saudi Arabia
e-Visa for India passport holders.
IndiaSaudi ArabiaShort staye-Visa
India passport holders need an e-visa for Saudi Arabia, applied for online before travelling.
This is short-stay visitor policy only. It does not let you work, study or settle in Saudi Arabia — that needs a residence permit.
Passport Index · updated 17 February 2026Saudi Arabia's official immigration service
- How long you can stay
- Set by the e-visa you are issued
- Saudi Arabia passports in India
- e-Visa
- Getting in
- Apply on Saudi Arabia's official e-visa portal rather than a third-party site that charges extra, allow a few working days at least, and keep the approval to show at the border.
Long stay
Staying in Saudi Arabia longer
Living here takes a residence permit. 3 routes researched:
- Investment
- Work / sponsored
- Family
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What changes
India and Saudi Arabia side by side
| India | Saudi Arabia | |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | New Delhi | Riyadh |
| Languages | Hindi, English | Arabic |
| Currency | Indian Rupee | Saudi Riyal |
| GDP per person (2025) | $2,702 | $34,537 |
| Population | 1.46B | 37.0M |
GDP and population: World Bank.