Saudi Arabia visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Saudi Arabia

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

  • An original Indonesian passport with at least six-month validity and two blank pages for visa stamps. 
  • A recent passport photograph. 
  • A completely filled and signed Saudi Arabian visa application form. 
  • Proof of return or onward flight ticket. 
  • Applicants should note that all forms filled should be written in capital letters in order for the visa application to be processed in a timely manner. 
  • Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses incurred while in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Medical health insurance for emergency cases must be valid for the whole duration of stay in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visitors are expected to abide by the country's Islamic rules and regulations.
  • The Saudi Arabia law is against drug trafficking, violators are punished severely and it may include the death penalty in some cases. 

Saudi Arabia Visa for Indonesians

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 5 days 3 months
Business visa 1-3 weeks 90 days
Student visa 1-3 weeks Valid for the period of study

General Requirements for Saudi Arabia Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport with at least six-month validity and two blank pages for visa stamps. 
  • A recent passport photograph. 
  • A completely filled and signed Saudi Arabian visa application form. 
  • Proof of return or onward flight ticket. 
  • Applicants should note that all forms filled should be written in capital letters in order for the visa application to be processed in a timely manner. 
  • Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses incurred while in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Medical health insurance for emergency cases must be valid for the whole duration of stay in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visitors are expected to abide by the country's Islamic rules and regulations.
  • The Saudi Arabia law is against drug trafficking, violators are punished severely and it may include the death penalty in some cases. 
Saudi Arabia Tourist visa Saudi Arabia Business visa Saudi Arabia Student visa

Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Saudi Arabian tourist visa is issued to Indonesians visiting Saudi Arabia for a family reunion, tour or visitation. 
  • An original passport that is valid for a duration of six months and blank visa pages. 
  • A copy of your return ticket.
  • Women entering Saudi Arabia alone must meet a sponsor or a male relative upon arrival. 
  • Proof of accommodation for your duration of stay in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Foreigners visiting Saudi Arabia are required to behave decently and act according to the law and traditions of the country. 
  • Pilgrims must present a valid Hajj or Umra visa. 
  • Employed applicants are expected to submit a letter from their employer.
  • The letter should be written on the company's letterhead and should contain the employee's leave approval, duration of stay in Saudi Arabia and entry and exit dates. 
  • The Saudi Arabian tourist visa is only issued to a selected group of people on a limited basis. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Sponsored applicants are required to show their sponsorer's bank statement for the last three months. 
  • Non-Muslim travelers are forbidden from entering the holy city of Mecca and Medina.

Saudi Arabia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A Saudi Arabian business visa is a visa issued to managers, investors, businessmen or representatives of an organization traveling to Saudi Arabia on a business basis. 
  • A passport with six months validity and two blank visa pages is required. 
  • A completed and signed Saudi Arabian business visa application form filled with black ink or printed. 
  • A recently taken passport photograph taken on a white background is also required. 
  • A letter addressed to the royal embassy of Saudi Arabia written by your employer stating your position in the company and your purpose of visit to Saudi Arabia. 
  • An invitation letter by an authorized company in Saudi Arabia and certified by the Saudi chamber of commerce and the Ministry of foreign affairs stating your meeting dates, entry and exit dates. 
  • A letter drafted by the police of your home country stating that you have no criminal case and you have not been convicted of any criminal offenses.
  • Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • A copy of your return ticket. 
  • A bank statement, not more than three months, to show proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay in Saudi Arabia.
  • A certificate of vaccination against yellow fever, polio, measles, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid and rabies is required. 
  • Proof of medical insurance valid for the duration of stay in Saudi Arabia. 

Saudi Arabia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Saudi Arabian student visa is issued to Indonesians visiting Saudi Arabia for educational purposes, training or an internship. 
  • An original passport valid for a duration of 12 months with two blank visa pages. 
  • A recently taken passport photograph taken on a white background is required. 
  • A completed Saudi Arabia student visa application form. The form should be filled in capital letters. 
  • The applicant's original birth certificate and a photocopy. 
  • A reference letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs showing the number and the date the student visa was issued. 
  • Applicant's original and photocopy of a high school diploma. The copy must be authenticated by the Saudi Cultural Mission. 
  • Three copies of a medical result issued by a licensed physician.
  • The medical results must be signed by the physician and a passport(with a white background) must be stapled with the medical report. The result must state that the applicant is free from any contagious disease. 
  • The medical reports must contain the license number and the address of the physician and the report must be used within three months from the issuance date. 
  • A recent police report stating the applicant does not have a criminal record. 
  • A letter from the applicant's government giving the applicant approval to travel. 
  • Married applicants who wish to travel with their spouse or child is expected to show a marriage certificate or a birth certificate. 
  • Minors traveling alone or with one parent must show a letter of authorization signed by both parents or the other parent. 
  • Foreigners in Saudi Arabia on a student visa are not expected to work with the visa. 

Saudi Arabia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

175.00 (USD)

Business visa

149.00 (USD)

Student visa

60.00 (USD)

Saudi Arabia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

Location

Address

Jakarta

Jalan HR Rasuna Said Kav. B3 Setiabudi, Karet Kuningan Jakarta Selatan 12920 Indonesia

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idemb@mofa.gov.sa

(+62) 21 2902 3444 (+62) 21 2809 4000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Saudi Arabia famous for?

Saudi Arabia has the most oil of any place in the world. It ships more oil to the rest of the world than any other country. Saudi Arabia is also famous for the religion of Islam and is home to Islam's holiest shrines in Mecca and Medina. The King of Saudi Arabia is called the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

What food is Saudi Arabia famous for?

Some of the common food items in Saudi Arabian cuisine include wheat, rice, lamb, chicken, yogurt, potatoes, seafood, and dates. Some additional foods and dishes include: Jareesh. Haneeth.

Can I drink alcohol in Saudi Arabia?

 Alcohol is completely banned in Saudi Arabia. This includes consuming, importing, brewing and selling alcohol. Officially, there is no way that you are able to get hold of alcohol in Saudi Arabia

What is considered illegal in Saudi Arabia?

Drugs, Trafficking, smuggling, or even personal use of drugs are illegal and can even result in the death penalty. Saudi Arabia also has strict laws against any kind of pornographic content, which can even include illustrations.