One of the sacred places for Muslims and a close friend to Pakistan, Saudi Arabia is the place where Pakistanis go very often especially for Hajj and Umrah. Visa is required to travel to Saudi Arabia, guideline is provided below on how to get one.
Procedure:
You need to know what kind of visa you want, there are many types out there some of them are Hajj, Umrah, Business Visa, Family visa, Government visa and many more. Required documents may vary depending on your visa type, procedure may also vary depending on visa you are applying for. Basic procedure is to fill out the form and submit at the embassy or online depending on the company you are getting visa from.
Document requirements:
Generally applicant must have following documents when applying for visa to KSA.
- Original passport
- CNIC NADRA Card
- Passport size four photographs with blue background
- Original visa
- Passport copy along with IQAMA copy of Saudi sponsor (for certain visa types only).
- Copy of passport of each family member (if applying for a family visa).
- Visa Slip.
- Return Ticket.
- Educational certificate duly attested by Ministry Of Foreign Affairs.
- O.C from the dependent relative in Pakistan.
- “B” Form in case of child.
- Polio vaccination card in case of child below than 15
Fee requirements:
Applicant has to pay the visa fee, medical fees and service charges when submitting the application. Visa fees depend on type of visa, type of entry etc. In case of Enjaz applicants can pay fees a Visa Service Centre or through the Enjaz website link. Normally cost for
- The cost for family visit visa is PKR 4,850/-
- E number is PKR 2000/-
- Drop box charges are PKR 1000/-
Collect the required paperwork after you’ve decided on the sort of visa you require. Visa types can affect the specifics, but in general, you’ll need:
- A passport must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the duration of your intended stay.
- Application for a visa has been filled out.
- Photos that are the size of a passport.
- Plan your trip (for visitor’s visas).
- Request for a business visa letter of invitation!
- For work visas, you will need an employment contract or an offer letter.
- Evidence of housing and capability to pay.
- The Saudi Embassy or Consulate may also request further documentation.
- Submit Your Application Directly to the Website or an Agent.
Those interested in applying for a Saudi Arabian visa can do so via authorized visa agents or the Saudi Ministry of Affairs official website. Please ensure that you submit all necessary papers with the visa application form and follow all offered instructions.
Cover the Visa Cost
The Saudi Embassy or Consulate will give you the necessary details on how to pay the visa cost. The processing time and kind of visa determine the charge. The Saudi Embassy or Consulate may request biometric information from certain visa applicants, such as fingerprints, to verify their identities. Just do what the visa processing center says.
Contact information:
You can contact Saudi embassy here:
Address No. 14, North Service Road, Diplomatic Enclave,G-4, Islamabad
Phone Number: 0092512600900
Email Address:pkemb@mofa.gov.sa
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