Saudi Arabia visa requirements for Djiboutis

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Djiboutis visiting Saudi Arabia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Saudi Arabian Visa.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two identical passport-size photographs (2inches x 2inches) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing the applicant’s ties to the home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance to cover the entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Saudi Arabia Visa for Djiboutis

Facts about Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is just the place to go to if you are looking to disconnect from the world. The country is regarded as the world’s most isolated nation. The internet and much of the 21st century is still quite unknown to the people living in the country. 
 Every year, the country receives between 4,000 to 6,000 Western tourists. The average number of foreign visitors in the country every year is 200,000. Concerted efforts are being made to ensure the number of people who visit the country reaches one million.
 Foreigners are not allowed to take Saudi Riyals out of the country. There used to be restrictions on the interaction between foreign tourists and local people. However, those restrictions have been relaxed slightly in recent times. Disruptive behavior by tourists is not tolerated, this can lead to the imprisonment and torture of tourists.
 

Types of Saudi Arabia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 working days 30 days
Business visa 7 working days 90 days
Work visa 7 working days More than 90 days
Official visa 7 working days More than 90 days

General Requirements for Saudi Arabia Visa

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two identical passport-size photographs (2inches x 2inches) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing the applicant’s ties to the home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance to cover the entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Saudi Arabia Tourist visa Saudi Arabia Business visa Saudi Arabia Work visa Saudi Arabia Official visa

Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Saudi Arabia tourist visa is available for Djiboutians planning to visit the country for tourism, Hajj, and Umrah.
  • The photograph used for the visa application must be 2inches x 2inches in size and showing a close up of your face and the top of your shoulders so that your face takes up between 70% - 80% of the face.
  • Women travellers under the age of 25 years must have the support of a male relative/watchman while making a trip to Saudi Arabia.
  • Holders of this visa are not permitted to engage in business activities during their time in Saudi Arabia.
  • Travellers are advised to be vaccinated against measles, tetanus, malaria, hepatitis A and B and typhoid fever before entering the country.
  • Visitors to Saudi Arabia must abide by the country’s Islamic laws and regulations and respect its society’s values and traditions.
  • Travellers are not allowed to bring in alcohol into Saudi Arabia.
  • The official system of law in Saudi Arabia is Sharia. Prepare to abide by the stipulations of Sharia law during your stay in the country.
  • Always carry identification with you at all times like a photocopy of your actual passport.

Saudi Arabia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A Saudi Arabian Business visa is issued to business-oriented travellers from Djibouti
  • Holders of this visa are free to meet up with partners in the country to negotiate and sign business contracts.
  • During your time in the country, you can also attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits.
  • Visa applicants should present a letter from their employer in Djibouti stating awareness and allowance of their leave. The letter should state the applicant's status in the company, the intended duration of stay, and the true purpose of the visit.
  • A letter of invitation from your host in Saudi Arabia written on the company’s letterhead should be submitted. The reason for your visit and term of stay should be appropriately stated in the letter. The letter should be signed by an official in the company.
  • The party responsible for your finances while you are in the country should be clearly stated in the letter provided by your employer.
  • The host company in Saudi Arabia must present a clear scanned copy of their certificate of business registration.
  • If you have previously been in business with the company in Saudi Arabia, a proof of this should be presented during the visa application process.
  • Female applicants travelling to Saudi Arabia without a male relative must submit a special approval letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Saudi Arabia.
  • Foreigners are to provide proof that they have the incentive of returning to their home country at the expiration of their visa.
  • Holders of the Saudi business visa are expected to abide by all rules guiding foreign travel to Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A work visa enables Djiboutians to take up paid employment in Saudi Arabia. This visa is also called an employment visa.
  • Applicants of the Saudi work visa should ensure they have been offered employment by a reputable company in Saudi Arabia before they start the visa application process.
  • You must provide a copy of your employment contract signed by both the sponsoring company and the work permit applicant. The position mentioned in the contract should match the position mentioned in the block visa reference, as should the applicant's skills and qualifications.
  • A valid recent medical report is needed during the application of this visa. The report must be issued by a licensed physician who must sign each copy and must certify that the applicant is free of any contagious disease, especially hepatitis A, B, and C.
  • The license number and address of the physician should appear on each copy of the report.
  • The medical report must be attested by the FCO, as well as a police certificate certifying the applicant has no criminal record.
  • Your employer must confirm that you will not be paid below the minimum wage when you are employed in the country.
  • The Saudi Arabia company offering the job must be a fully registered and operational establishment.
  • Applicants who do not have the right qualifications/skills for the job being offered would not be issued this visa.

Saudi Arabia Official Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is available for Djiboutians who are visiting Saudi Arabia for official purposes.
  • The visa is designed for Djiboutian diplomats and government officials visiting Saudi Arabia for diplomatic and official reasons.
  • An official letter of invitation from the Saudi Arabian government should be provided. The purpose and duration of the visit should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • Government officials are required to provide a diplomatic note from the Djiboutian government before travel. Your position in government, as well as the purpose and intended duration of your trip, should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • Diplomats who are visiting the country for non-official visits will not be issued this visa. Only heads of states will be issued this visa for whatever purpose.
  • Government officials are required to carry a valid means of identification at all times.
  • Female applicants traveling to Saudi Arabia without a male relative must submit a special approval letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Saudi Arabia.
  • Holders of this visa are not permitted to be paid for the services they render during their time in the country.

Saudi Arabia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

149.00 (USD)

Business visa

149.00 (USD)

Work visa

149.00 (USD)

Official visa

149.00 (USD)

Saudi Arabia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Djibouti

Location

Address

Djibouti Ville

Eiron Quarter P.O. Box 1921 Djibouti Ville Djibouti

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djembasy@mfa.gov.sa

(+253) 351898 or (+253) 351545

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I dress in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia is a country governed by Islamic law and thus requires visitors to respect the prescribed behaviours. Men should dress conservatively – no shorts, sleeveless shirts or ostentatious accessories. Women are required to wear an abaya, a full-length cloak that covers clothing, and a headscarf. Both of these items should be black or dark in color. 

What language is spoken in Saudi Arabia?

The official language of the Kingdom is Arabic, but English is widely spoken and is even the language of operation in major hospitals. Hindi and Urdu are also spoken frequently.

Do I have to pay taxes if I work in Saudi Arabia?
Since there is no income tax on income earned or capital gains, the Department of Zakat and Income Tax does not require a tax return from individuals. There is no tax year in place or a tax due date.