U.S. visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting United States for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United States nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of United States in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now)
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of United States in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now)
- Dhahran: The Consulate General of United States in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now)
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 29,004 | N/A |
| 2009 | 27,552 | -5.01% |
| 2010 | 30,005 | 8.90% |
| 2011 | 31,739 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 33,483 | 5.49% |
| 2013 | 35,821 | 6.98% |
| 2014 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2015 | 0 | % |
| 2016 | 85,303 | % |
| 2017 | 78,042 | -8.51% |
| 2018 | 52,476 | -32.76% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Saudi Arabia comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 4.26 times smaller than United States.
As of April 2024, United States's population is ~338.8 million people - 301,786,280 more people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted United States & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 338,814,313 | 37,028,033 | 301.8 million more people live in United States than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 114 | United States has 159 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 134 | 39 | United States passport holders can visit 95 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 127 | U.S. hosts 1020 more foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 52,476.
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