Saudi Visa for Malaysian
Apply Saudi Arabia Visa from Malaysia
Malaysian citizens can now apply for a Saudi eVisa. The Saudi eVisa allows you to perform Umrah, visit friends and relatives, tourism, and attend business conferences.
The requirements for a Saudi Visa for Malaysians are just a valid passport, a recently taken photo, and some travel details. Once you have the requirements ready, you can fill up an online form and make the payment to start the process.
Saudi eVisa can be arranged in 6 hours* and the best part is that you don’t have to visit the Saudi Embassy or consulate at all. After the approval, your visa will be emailed to your inbox.
As a Malaysian citizen, you will get a 12-month visa validity with multiple entries to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The maximum stay period is 90 days per visit.
* A Saudi Express Visa for Malaysian citizens takes 6 hours to deliver while a Regular Visa takes 48 hours to process.
Packages of Saudi Arabia Visa for Malaysian
Benefits of a Saudi Visa for Malaysian Citizens
If you apply for a Saudi eVisa, you can enjoy the following benefits:
- Easy to fill out an application form.
- Express eVisa processing within 6 hours.
- 12-month long eVisa validity with 90 days of stay.
- Multiple entry facilities.
- Track your visa process from your account.
- Get visa delivery via email.
- Get an Insurance with your eVisa.
Requirements of Saudi eVisa for Malaysian Citizens
Saudi eVisa requires the following documents and information. Here is what you need to gather before filling up the online form:
- A Malaysian passport with 6 months of validity.
- A recently taken passport-size photo (2×2 inch color photo with white background).
- Valid payment option to pay the visa fee (Debit/credit card or PayPal).
- Approximate date of arrival to Saudi Arabia.
- Children or minors under the age of 18* need to have their personal passports and eVisa.
*Children or minors are required to be accompanied by a guardian while traveling to Saudi Arabia.
How Does the eVisa Process Work?
Saudi visa for Malaysian citizens takes only 3 online steps. Here is how to apply and get your visa:
Fill out the online application form with the information needed.
Pay the Saudi eVisa fee with easy methods of debit/credit card or PayPal.
Your visa starts to process after the payment. Once done, we email it to you.
Things to Do After Receiving Your Saudi eVisa
When you get your Saudi eVisa, here is what you need to do to prepare for your journey:
- Keep your passport and eVisa always with you. Even while moving to Saudi Arabia, keep a copy with you.
- After you receive your eVisa, make sure to print two copies of the visa. Especially if you are entering Saudi Kingdom from any land borders or seaports.
- Land and seaport security personnel will ask for two printed copies of your eVisa, one to stamp and another one to verify.
Note: You can always download your Saudi eVisa as many times as you want from your visa account.
Saudi eVisa Processing Time
Saudi visa for Malaysian citizens takes 48 hours max for the Regular Visa processing package. We also have an Express Visa package which gets the visa done within 6 hours.
We suggest anyone who is in a rush to choose the Express Visa. Keep in mind that visa processing days are counted from the day after you have submitted your application.
Weekends and holidays are excluded from the processing days.
Saudi eVisa Validity for Malaysian Citizens
Saudi eVisa validity is 1 year with multiple entries. You can stay 3 months maximum consecutively with each entry in Saudi Arabia.
After 3 months, you have to return and come back if you want to extend your stay.
Enjoy a Wide Range of Entry Points to Saudi Arabia
Malaysian citizens visiting Saudi Arabia get to choose from a wide range of entry points to the country. You can choose from airports, land borders, and even seaports.
Here is the list of all entry points that accept Saudi eVisa for Malaysians:
Airports (International and Domestic)
- King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh (RUH)
- King Abdulaziz International, Jeddah (JED)
- King Fahd International Airport, Dammam (DMM)
- Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International, Medina (MED)
- Quassim Prince Nayef Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Al Quassim (ELQ)
- Ha'il International Airport, Hail (OEHL)
- Ta'if International Airport, Taif (TIF)
- Abha International Airport, Abha (AHB)
- Yanbu Prince Abdulmohsin Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Yanbu (YNB)
- Turaif Domestic Airport, Turaif (OETR)
- Al Jawf Domestic Airport, Al Jawf (OESK)
- Najran Domestic Airport, Najran(EAM)
*Umrah pilgrims from Malaysia can travel faster to the Holy lands of Makkah and Madina by choosing any of these two airports. There are even high-speed trains available from the airports.
- King Abdulaziz International, Jeddah (JED)
- Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International, Medina (MED)
Land Boarders
- United Arab Emirates border: Al Batha
- Bahrain border: King Fahd Causeway -Ach-Sharqiya Causeway
Sea Ports
- King Abdullah Port of Duba
- Yanbu Commercial Port
- Islamic Port of Jeddah
- Port of Farasan
- Port of Jazan
- King Abdulaziz Port of Dammam
- Jubail Commercial Port
- Port of Ras Tanura Refinery
Why Choose Us?
Here is why you should choose us for your Saudi eVisa service:
The Express Visa processing takes 6 hours while we also have a Regular Visa processing taking 48 hours.
After you submit your application, our visa experts review it carefully to check for any error. If something is missing, we get in touch with you and get it fixed right away.
Get notification email with each steps of your application process. Also when the Saudi eVisa is approved, you will get a confirmation email.
We update our website regularly to make sure you get the best experience. Also, the multi-platform support makes it easy for you to navigate the website from any device.
There is also the option to save your form for later submission. You can save the document mid-way and complete it later. You can always get prepare first and submit later with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malaysians need a visa to Saudi Arabia?
Yes, Malaysians need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia.
How to apply for a Saudi visa?
You can apply for a Saudi visa via online. All you need is to have a valid Malaysian passport, a recently taken passport-size photo, and a few travel details.
There is no need to go to the Saudi embassy or consulate. Also, you can make the visa payment from your debit/credit card or PayPal.
What is the Saudi Arabia visa fee for Malaysians?
The Saudi Arabia visa fee is mentioned on our pricing section. As the visa price changes, we keep it updated regularly.
Make sure to visit this page to get the latest Saudi Arabia visa fees for Malaysian.
What is eVisa in Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi Arabia eVisa is an electronic visa that allows you to visit the country. It is a convenient visa application method as you can apply online.
The eVisa comes with a 1 year validity period and multiple entry facility. You can stay up to 90 days in the country on each visit.
How many types of visas are in Saudi Arabia?
There are 16 types of visas from the Saudi Immigration authorities. Each of them requires different types of documents and fees. The easiest one for any foreign national to visit the country is the eVisa. Here is the list of visas you will find in Saudi Arabia.
- Government Visa
- Diplomatic & Official Visas
- Diplomatic Missions & Organizations
- Tourist Visa
- eVisa
- Business Visit Visa
- Employment Visa
- Residence Visa
- Premium Residency Visa
- Newborn Visa
- Extension of Exit/Re-
- Entry Visa
- Family Visits Visa
- Companion Visa
- Personal Visit Visa
- Hajj and Umrah Visa
- Student Visa
How long does a Saudi e-visa take?
Saudi eVisa is delivered within 6 hours on the Express Visa. We also have a Regular Visa package that delivers within 48 hours.
Once the visa is approved, we send it via email it to your email address. You can also download the visa from your account.
Can I transit through Saudi Arabia without a visa?
If your layover, stopover, or transit in Saudi Arabia is less than 12 hours and you do not intend to move out of the International Terminal, then you do not need a transit visa.
But if you move out of the terminal or the time exceeds 12 hours, then you will be required to have a transit visa or eVisa.
How to cancel a Saudi tourist visa?
Once you have submitted the application and paid the Saudi visa fee, there is no way to cancel it. There will be no refund of the visa fee either. So we urge you to be sure about applying for a Saudi tourist visa before you pay the fees.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Malaysian nationals can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. But we suggest applying for an eVisa beforehand as there might be sudden security rules and issues with the immigration authorities.
To make your trip smoother and have peace of mind, it is best to have your eVisa with you instead of the visa on arrival. As the eVisa only takes 6 to 48 hours to deliver, you can apply online from your smartphone and get it emailed to you in time.
Can Saudi tourist visa holders perform Umrah?
Yes. Saudi eVisa holders (if Muslim) can perform Umrah and visit any Holy places in the kingdom. They can also visit tourist attractions, relatives, and family, and also attend business conferences with the eVisa.
How long is a Saudi tourist visa valid?
Saudi eVisa or tourist visa is valid for 1 year with multiple entries.
How long can I stay in Saudi Arabia with a tourist visa?
You can stay straight 3 months or 90 days with a Saudi eVisa. If you want to stay longer, you will have to exit and come back again.
As the eVisa has the multiple-entry option, you can leave and come back as many times as you want.
Can I renew my Saudi visa before it expires?
You cannot renew your Saudi eVisa. But you can apply for a new eVisa when it expires.
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