Saudi Arabia visa on arrival for citizens of Portugal: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Saudi Arabia, and citizens of Portugal 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 Portugal
Portuguese travellers can obtain a tourist visa for Saudi Arabia: an e-Visa applied for online before departure on visa.mofa.gov.sa, or a visa on arrival at eligible airports.
Saudi Arabia opens the electronic tourist visa to Portuguese citizens, requested on the official portal at visa.mofa.gov.sa. Eligible nationals may also obtain a visa on arrival at the main airports. The fee, validity and any included insurance appear on the official site at the time of application; the passport must be valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Yes, but the process is simple. Portuguese nationals do not enter visa-free: they apply for a tourist e-Visa online or obtain a visa on arrival. This visa covers tourism, family visits and certain events; it does not permit the Hajj pilgrimage without separate authorisation.
How much does a visa for Saudi Arabia cost from Portugal?
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?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government fee300 SAR
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
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
Prepare a Portuguese passport valid for at least six months, a photo and an address of stay. The Saudi tourist visa often includes insurance and allows multiple entries, but the exact amount is not confirmed in this guide: check the official fee on visa.mofa.gov.sa before paying.
How to apply for a visa for Saudi Arabia from Portugal
- 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 and where to apply
Apply for the e-Visa from Portugal on the official portal at visa.mofa.gov.sa: create an account, complete the form and pay online. The authorisation is emailed to you. You may also choose the visa on arrival at eligible airports, but applying online in advance avoids the queues.
Where do you apply for a visa for Saudi Arabia from Portugal?
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 Portugal on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Portugal 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 time and practical tips
The e-Visa is usually approved quickly, but allow a few days in case of checks. Respect local rules, including dress, and check the validity period and the length of stay permitted per entry. Consult the Portuguese foreign ministry's travel advice before departure.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
Common mistakes
Common errors: confusing the tourist visa with a pilgrimage visa, presenting a passport with insufficient validity, or exceeding the permitted length of stay. Use only the official portal visa.mofa.gov.sa and not unapproved intermediaries.
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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
- Saudi Arabia eVisa: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (official)
- Visit Saudi: Saudi Tourism Authority (official)
- Portal das Comunidades Portuguesas: Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros
Guide generated automatically on July 26, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
- Request your visa extension before it expires to avoid penalties.
- Always keep a copy of your passport and visa with you.
- Purchase travel insurance covering medical and emergency expenses.
- Respect local laws and visa conditions to avoid complications.
Online application for Saudi Arabia, with no consulate visit.
- Online filing for e-visa and visa-on-arrival destinations
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
- Decision made by the country's authorities, not by iVisa
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Saudi Arabia from Portugal?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Portugal directly at the border of Saudi Arabia (allowed duration: 90 days).
How much does a tourist visa for Saudi Arabia cost?▾
The tourist visa costs from 300 SAR in official fees. Service fees may apply when using a provider.
How long does it take to get a visa for Saudi Arabia?▾
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. Through the online application (Saudi Arabia eVisa), allow Instant in most cases.
What documents are required for a visa to Saudi Arabia?▾
For the tourist visa application, you will need: Passport valid 6 months beyond stay, Online application (no paper form), Digital photo (recent), Visa fee payment, Proof of sufficient funds.
How do you apply for a visa for Saudi Arabia from Portugal?▾
The visa is issued at the dedicated counter after landing. Before departure, check that your entry point actually issues it, and bring the fee, often in cash, along with your supporting documents. An online application (Saudi Arabia eVisa) is also open to your nationality.
How long can you stay in Saudi Arabia?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for Saudi Arabia?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Saudi Arabia offers among others: 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).
Data verified on 25/10/2026 · Our methodology
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