Saudi Arabia has recently relaxed its visa policy for Pakistani tourists. Now, a bank statement showing a monthly credit of USD 750 or its equivalent will be sufficient to obtain a visit visa. citeturn0search0
Furthermore, Saudi Arabia has introduced a transit visa for Pakistani travelers, which is available for those traveling via Saudi Airlines and Flynas. Under this visa, tourists can stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 96 hours. In addition, an on-arrival visa is available for travelers who have a UK, US or Schengen visa. citeturn0search1
Saudi Arabia also introduced a one-year multiple-entry visa for Pakistani travelers last year, under which travelers can make multiple visits to Saudi Arabia within a period of one year and can also pay for Umrah. citeturn0search2
The aim of these measures is to provide more facilities for Pakistani citizens to visit Saudi Arabia’s tourism and religious sites.
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Saudi Arabia has introduced significant changes in its visa policy for citizens of several countries, including Pakistanis. In September 2024, Saudi Arabia abolished the visa sticker on passports for Pakistanis, under which employment, residency, visit and transit visas will now be issued online.
Earlier, Saudi Arabia had relaxed the conditions for visit visas for Pakistani tourists, allowing them to submit a bank statement with a monthly credit of US$750 or its equivalent. In addition, Saudi Arabia has introduced a transit visa through which tourists can visit Saudi Arabia for up to 96 hours. On-arrival visas are also available for travelers holding UK, US and Schengen visas.
Furthermore, Saudi Arabia has introduced a one-year multiple-entry visa under which travelers can enjoy the culture and natural wonders of different cities of the country during multiple visits to Saudi Arabia within a period of one year. These measures demonstrate Saudi Arabia’s commitment to promoting tourist arrivals and simplifying the visa process.