Dubai Visa from Saudi Arabia: Online Application from Riyadh & Jeddah
Apply for a UAE tourist visa from Saudi Arabia. Same-day processing for Saudi passports and expat residents in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam.
Saudi-UAE travel is one of the busiest corridors in the Gulf — weekend trips, business meetings, family visits. Here's how Saudi nationals and expat residents apply for a Dubai tourist visa in 2026.
Saudi nationals
GCC nationals enjoy visa-free entry to the UAE — show your passport at DXB or AUH and you're in. No e-visa needed.
If you prefer pre-clearance for business or group travel, our 30-day e-visa is available.
Expat residents of Saudi Arabia
Residents of Saudi with a non-GCC passport need a UAE tourist visa. Most applications are approved in 24–48 hours when submitted from Riyadh, Jeddah or Dammam.
Required: passport bio page, recent photo, Saudi Iqama copy, confirmed return ticket.
Processing tips from KSA
Apply Sunday–Thursday during Gulf working hours for fastest turnaround. Indian, Pakistani, Filipino and Egyptian residents of Saudi process exactly like applicants from their home country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drive from Saudi Arabia to UAE on this visa?
Yes — the e-visa is valid for entry by air or land border. The Al Batha border crossing accepts e-visa entries.
Is the visa cheaper from Saudi Arabia?
Pricing is the same globally — based on your passport nationality, not your residence.
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