Yes, the visa application requires your original passport.

On first place you need to provide an Invitation letter from Saudi based company. The Invitation should have been approved by the Chamber of Commerce of Saudi Arabia.

The additional required documents are:

• Application form;
• Original passport valid for 6 months;
• 2 passport sized photographs;
• Prepaid self-addressed envelope;

The business visa is purposed mainly for people who want to participate in business meetings, conferences etc. The visa holders are not allowed to work or seek employment in Saudi Arabia.

No, there are no holiday visas. If you want to travel to Saudi Arabia as a tourist, you need to contact a tourist agency for this.

Nationals of all countries need visa to travel to Saudi Arabia.

The duration of the stay must be approved by the Chamber of Commerce in Saudi Arabia. It usually must not exceed 3 months.

The validation period of the visa is one month.

It takes 5 days for British residents and 10 days for Irish residents.

There are single and multiple entry options.

Irish Residents:
-Business Visa, 1-Month, Single Entry: €120
-Business Visa, 3-Month, Multiple Entry: €245

NB: The fees listed above apply to Irish Passport holders only. If you hold a passport from another country, please contact the Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee that will apply for you.

UK Residents:
-Business Visa, 1-Month, Single Entry: £70
-Business Visa, 3-Month, Multiple Entry: £150

NB: The fees listed above apply to British Passport holders only. If you hold a passport from another country, please contact the Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee that will apply for you.

Australian Residents:
-Business Visa, 1-Month, Single Entry: AU$180
-Business Visa, 3-Month, Multiple Entry: AU380

NB: The fees listed above apply to Australian holders only. If you hold a passport from another country, please contact the Visa First Help Desk to confirm the visa fee that will apply for you.