Documents you need for a Saudi Arabia tourist e-visa

The Saudi Arabia tourist e-visa is one of the more straightforward e-visas to apply for — the document requirements are minimal compared to some other destinations. But "minimal" doesn't mean "any photo will do." Here's exactly what you need, and how to make sure it's accepted the first time.

What you actually need

For the Saudi Arabia tourist e-visa (1 year, multiple entry), you need just two things:

• A clear copy of your passport's photo page
• An ID-style photo of yourself

That's it. No proof of accommodation, no flight confirmation, no bank statements required for the standard tourist route.

What "clear" actually means

Most delays we see aren't about missing documents — they're about document quality. Before you upload your passport copy, check for:

• No glare or reflection across the page (a common issue with phone camera flash)
• All four corners of the passport visible in the frame
• Text is sharp enough to read every character, especially your passport number and expiry date
• The photo isn't cropped or cut off at any edge

Your photo

A simple, well-lit photo of your face is what's needed. You don't need a professional passport photo studio — a clear photo against a plain background, taken in good light, works fine. We'll handle any cropping or formatting adjustments needed on our end once it's submitted.

Before you apply: check your passport's expiry date

Make sure your passport has enough validity remaining for your trip — this is worth double-checking before you start, since it's one of the few things that can't be fixed after the fact.

Eligibility first

Before gathering documents, it's worth confirming your nationality is eligible for this e-visa route — not every passport qualifies for Saudi Arabia's e-visa program. You can check this in under a minute using our eligibility checker.