Nigeria to Saudi Arabia tourist visa
Complete Saudi Arabia tourist visa guide for Nigerians: requirements, fees, processing times, and approval tips. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa
- Fee
- NGN 40000
- Processing time
- 7–15 working days
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Saudi Arabia
- Passport-Size Photographs — Recent photographs meeting Saudi specifications
- Visa Application Form — Completed visa application through authorized channel
- Bank Statements — Recent bank statements demonstrating sufficient funds for your stay
- Confirmed Flight Tickets — Round-trip flight booking showing entry and exit from Saudi Arabia
- Hotel Reservation — Confirmed accommodation booking for your entire stay
- Travel Insurance — Health insurance coverage for your stay in Saudi Arabia
- Employment Evidence — Documentation proving your employment status and income
- Yellow Fever Vaccination — Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate
How to apply
- Contact an authorized travel agency — Contact an authorized travel agency in Nigeria (Lagos or Abuja)
- Submit your passport, photographs, and — Submit your passport, photographs, and supporting documents
- Complete the application form with — Complete the application form with agency assistance
- The agency submits your application — The agency submits your application to the Saudi embassy
- Pay the visa fee plus — Pay the visa fee plus agency service charges
- Collect your visa once approved — Collect your visa once approved (7–15 working days)
Common questions
- Can Nigerian citizens get a Saudi tourist visa?
- Yes, Nigerian citizens can obtain a Saudi tourist visa, but with restrictions. Nigerians are not eligible for the standard e-visa available to 66 countries and must apply through the Saudi embassy or authorized travel agencies. As of February 2025, Nigerian applicants can only receive single-entry visas valid for 30 days.
- How much does a Saudi tourist visa cost for Nigerians?
- Through authorized travel agencies in Nigeria, the total cost ranges from ₦40,000 to ₦70,000 depending on the provider and services included. If you hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa and qualify for e-visa, the fee is SAR 300 (~$80) plus insurance, totaling approximately SAR 440 (~$117).
- How long does Saudi visa processing take from Nigeria?
- Embassy visa processing through authorized agencies takes 7–15 working days. If you have a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa and apply for e-visa, processing takes 24–48 hours. Apply at least 3 weeks before travel to allow for any delays.
- What are the 2025 visa restrictions for Nigerians traveling to Saudi Arabia?
- From February 2025, Nigeria is among 14 countries restricted to single-entry tourist visas valid for only 30 days. The previous one-year multiple-entry option is no longer available. Additionally, tourist, business, and family visit visas were temporarily suspended from April to mid-June 2025 during the Hajj season.
- Can I get visa-on-arrival in Saudi Arabia as a Nigerian citizen?
- Only if you hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa (preferably used at least once) and are flying on Saudi carriers Saudia or Flynas. The visa-on-arrival costs SAR 480. However, this is subject to immigration officer discretion and not guaranteed, especially during restricted periods.
- Can I perform Umrah on a Saudi tourist visa?
- No. Unlike some other nationalities, Nigerian citizens should not use tourist visas for religious purposes. Using a tourist visa to perform Umrah is considered a violation and can result in deportation and entry bans. For Umrah, apply through the official Nusuk platform or approved Umrah tour operators.