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Saudi Arabia Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with UK Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
Yes
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Conditional eligibility
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, but holding a valid and used UK visa grants eligibility for e-Visa and Visa on Arrival pathways
Application notes
- With a valid UK visa: visa on arrival — Tourist Visa (Single Entry 30-Day): SAR 300
- Pakistani passport holders with a valid, used UK visa are eligible for Saudi Arabia Visa on Arrival and online e-Visa via visa.visitsaudi.com
- The held UK visa must have been used at least once to enter the United Kingdom before it can be used for Saudi eligibility
- Travelers flying on Saudia, Flynas, or Flyadeal are guaranteed Visa on Arrival at Saudi international airports
- Both general tourism and the performance of Umrah are permitted on the tourist visa obtained via this pathway
- The tourist visa obtained via this pathway is valid for a single entry with a maximum stay of 30 days
- Ensure your Pakistani passport has at least six months of validity remaining at the time of entry
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Verify that your UK visa contains at least one entry stamp indicating prior use
- 2
Step 2
Choose between applying online at visa.visitsaudi.com or proceeding to the Visa on Arrival counter upon landing
- 3
Step 3
Complete the online application form and submit the required fee if selecting the pre-travel e-Visa route
- 4
Step 4
Board your flight to Saudi Arabia with your passport and supporting travel reservations
- 5
Step 5
Proceed to the immigration counter or designated kiosk upon arrival at the Saudi airport
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Step 6
Present your passport with the valid, used UK visa to complete entry processing and pay any applicable fees
Step 1
Verify that your UK visa contains at least one entry stamp indicating prior use
Step 2
Choose between applying online at visa.visitsaudi.com or proceeding to the Visa on Arrival counter upon landing
Step 3
Complete the online application form and submit the required fee if selecting the pre-travel e-Visa route
Step 4
Board your flight to Saudi Arabia with your passport and supporting travel reservations
Step 5
Proceed to the immigration counter or designated kiosk upon arrival at the Saudi airport
Step 6
Present your passport with the valid, used UK visa to complete entry processing and pay any applicable fees
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity remaining
- Valid UK visa featuring at least one entry stamp
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of accommodation such as a hotel booking
- Proof of sufficient financial funds for the duration of stay
- Proof of accommodation or intended address
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for general tourist entry
Destination at a glance
Capital
Riyadh
Continent
Asia
Currency
Rial (SAR)
Phone code
+966
Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
1 SAR = 73.5491 PKR
Currency converter
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7,354.91
USD
26.67
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid UK visa change the Saudi Arabia visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
Visa on arrival — Tourist Visa (Single Entry 30-Day): SAR 300
Can I use my valid US or UK visa to obtain a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia?▾
Yes. Pakistani passport holders with a valid, used UK visa may obtain a Saudi tourist eVisa at visa.visitsaudi.com or Visa on Arrival at Saudi international airports. The held visa must show at least one entry stamp
Can I perform Umrah using this tourist visa pathway?▾
Yes, both the e-Visa and Visa on Arrival obtained through your UK visa qualification permit tourism and the performance of Umrah
What qualifies as a used UK visa?▾
The UK visa must show at least one entry stamp confirming it has been utilized for travel to the United Kingdom previously
Are specific airlines recommended for the arrival process?▾
Traveling on national carriers such as Saudia, Flynas, or Flyadeal ensures smooth boarding and guaranteed Visa on Arrival processing
How long is the tourist visa valid for?▾
Since Feb 2025, this pathway issues a single-entry tourist visa with a maximum 30-day stay for Pakistani passport holders — not a 1-year multiple-entry visa