Saudi Arabia visa on arrival for citizens of Germany: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Saudi Arabia, and citizens of Germany can obtain it on arrival, for stays up to 90 days.
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Official fee
300 SAR
Processing time
On arrival
Allowed stay
90 days
Our guide to the Saudi Arabia visa from Germany
Travellers holding a German passport need a visa on arrival to enter Saudi Arabia. The application is made at the point of entry, at the designated counter at an airport or land border crossing.
Prepare for arrival by checking the official portal or the relevant embassy before departure. The visa is requested on arrival, before continuing through entry control. In particular, confirm the required documents and payment methods accepted at your intended point of entry.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, holders of a German passport need a visa on arrival to travel to Saudi Arabia. No advance application is required when the visa on arrival is available. The visa is requested directly at the point of entry, before completing entry formalities.
How much does a visa for Saudi Arabia cost from Germany?
300 SAR
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
Saudi Arabia eVisa, applied for online before departure: 130 USD.
What does a visa for Saudi Arabia really cost?
- Government fee300 SAR
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Documents required for a visa for Saudi Arabia:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Visa fee payment
- Proof of sufficient funds
Documents and fees
The stay duration associated with the visa on arrival is 90 days. Required documents, fee amounts and accepted payment methods should be confirmed through the official portal or the relevant embassy. Do not rely solely on older information or unofficial advice when preparing your trip.
How to apply for a visa for Saudi Arabia from Germany
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
Another route is open to your nationality: Saudi Arabia eVisa, applied for online before departure.
How to apply
On arrival in Saudi Arabia, go to the visa counter at the airport or land border crossing. Follow the officers’ instructions, present the requested documents and make the payment using the methods accepted there. Check the official portal before departure to confirm the procedure for your point of entry.
Where do you apply for a visa for Saudi Arabia from Germany?
A visa on arrival for Saudi Arabia is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Germany on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Germany but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Saudi Arabia take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Through the online application (Saudi Arabia eVisa): Instant in most cases.
Processing times and tips
No processing time is stated here because the visa is requested on arrival. Allow time to visit the counter and complete the formalities before entry control. If the official portal indicates that cash payment is accepted or required, bring the correct change in the accepted currency.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Do not assume that document requirements or payment methods are the same at every airport or land border crossing. Check the official portal before departure and keep your documents easy to access. Do not confuse the 90-day stay duration with visa validity or processing time.
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Other visa types for Saudi Arabia
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
- Business eVisa
- Work visa / Iqama (residence permit)
- Student visa
- Family residence visa (dependant Iqama)
- Family Visit visa (sponsored by resident)
- Premium Residency Visa (Saudi green card)
4 more visa types
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 11, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Duration
90 days
Price
300 SAR
Saudi Arabia eVisa
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Duration
1 year (90 days per stay)
Price
130 USD
Processing time
Instant in most cases
Premium Residency Visa (Saudi green card)
Investor visa
Duration
Lifetime or annually renewable
Price
100,000–800,000 SAR
Processing time
30-60 days
Official websiteVerified
Diplomatic visa
Consular visa
Duration
Mission-dependent
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
1 year (multiple entries)
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Hajj Pilgrimage visa
Consular visa
Duration
Pilgrimage period
Price
Free
Processing time
30-60 days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa / Iqama (residence permit)
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Processing time
15-30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Medical treatment visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
550–800 SAR
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family residence visa (dependant Iqama)
Family reunification
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Umrah visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
300 SAR
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family Visit visa (sponsored by resident)
Family reunification
Duration
90 days (renewable)
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Travel Tips for Saudi Arabia
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your arrival.
- Use specialized agencies for visas other than tourist visas.
For a prolonged stay, it is better to apply for a business or work visa.
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