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Saudi Arabia Visa for France Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

French citizens can get a Saudi tourist e-visa or visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days per visit — apply online at visa.mofa.gov.sa or on arrival at major airports; fee about SAR 480 (approx. USD 128), approval usually within minutes to 24 hours.

Guide last updated September 23, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
  • No paper application form for the e-visa; the online portal collects all details directly
  • A digital passport-style photo (white background, no glasses) if applying online
  • Proof of sufficient funds may be requested at the border (bank statement or cash)
  • Confirmed onward or return ticket
  • Travel and health insurance is mandatory and is bundled automatically into the e-visa fee
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) are captured on arrival at Saudi airports
  • Hotel booking or host address recommended to have ready for immigration

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa: multiple entry, valid 1 year from issue, max stay 90 days per visit, fee approximately SAR 480 (~USD 128) including mandatory insurance
  • Visa on arrival: same terms as the e-visa, issued at Riyadh (King Khalid), Jeddah (King Abdulaziz) and Dammam airports for eligible nationalities including France
  • Business visa: single or multiple entry, requires an invitation letter from a Saudi host company, fee approximately SAR 300-2000 depending on entry type
  • Umrah/Hajj visas: separate religious-travel visas processed through approved agents, not covered by the tourist e-visa

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam international airports for French passport holders
  • Present passport, return ticket and accommodation details at the visa counter or self-service kiosk before immigration
  • Fee SAR 480, payable by card or cash
  • Processing takes 10-20 minutes at the airport kiosk
  • Applying online in advance via visa.mofa.gov.sa avoids the airport queue and is recommended

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: SAR 480 (~USD 128), insurance included
  • No separate service fee when applying directly on the official portal
  • Total cost: approximately USD 128 all-in
  • Online e-visa approval: instant to 24 hours
  • Airport visa on arrival: 10-20 minutes at the kiosk
  • No express option needed given the fast standard processing

Tips for France travelers

  • Apply online 1-3 days before departure to skip the airport kiosk queue
  • Common rejection reason: passport with less than 6 months validity or a photo that does not meet the white-background spec
  • Book directly through visa.mofa.gov.sa — avoid third-party sites charging inflated fees
  • Ramadan and Hajj season see longer immigration queues; plan extra time
  • Extensions beyond 90 days are not available on the tourist e-visa; travelers must exit and reapply

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.