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Saudi Arabia Visa Cost

Estimate Saudi Arabia visa fees for employment, dependent, Golden Visa, tourist and freelance permits - with the full line-item breakdown.

Last reviewed 27 April 2026· Source: ICP Saudi Arabia & Amer Riyadh

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How Saudi Arabia visas work

UAE residence visas come in several flavours. Most expats start with an employment visa, sponsored and paid for by the employer (medical, Kingdom ID, stamping, insurance, entry permit). Family members come on dependent visas, sponsored by the resident, with a similar fee structure per person.

The Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable residency for investors with at least SAR 2m in property or SAR 500k in a Saudi Arabia business, and for talented professionals with ministry nomination. Freelance permits are issued by free zones (IFZA, Fujairah Creative City, SHAMS, etc.) and bundle a trade licence with a self-sponsored visa.

Worked example

An expat employee plus spouse and one child cost roughly: employment visa SAR 2,970 (employer pays) + 2 dependent visas at SAR 2,150 each = a household visa bill of SAR 7,270, plus property and tenancy fees on top.

Quick references

Standard validity: employment 2 years, dependent 2 years, Golden 10 years, tourist 30 or 60 days.
Sponsorship income floor: ~SAR 4,000 for spouse/child; ~SAR 20,000 to sponsor parents.
Golden investor minimum: SAR 2m property or SAR 500k Saudi Arabia business.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Saudi Arabia employment visa cost?
About SAR 3,000 in fees, usually paid by the employer - medical, Kingdom ID, stamping, entry permit and basic insurance.
What is the Golden Visa minimum investment?
SAR 2 million in property or SAR 500,000 in a Saudi Arabia business. Talented professionals qualify via ministry nomination.
How long is a Saudi Arabia residence visa valid?
2 or 3 years for employment/dependent, 10 years for Golden, 30/60 days for tourist visas.
Do I need to leave the country to renew?
No - most renewals are processed in-country through Amer or ICP.
Can I sponsor my parents?
Yes, with a minimum salary of SAR 20,000/month, a refundable deposit and health insurance.

Reference only. Actual fees vary by emirate, sponsor, free zone and country of origin. Always confirm with ICP or your typing centre before paying.