India Visa for Saudi Citizens
Saudi passport holders need a visa to enter India. Apply at a India embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
How Saudi citizens apply for a India visa
- โ Apply for a visa at the India embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling.
- โ See the exact document checklist for Saudi applicants, by visa type.
- โ Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Saudi applicants
The exact documents Saudi citizens must submit for India, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
touristTourist visa
- Original Passport (valid for a minimum period of six months at the time of submission of visa application) - Copy of Passport - Two recent Passport size photographs with white background - Duly completed Online Application Form - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/indianVisaReg.jsp (https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/indianVisaReg.jsp) - Applicable Visa Fee - National ID copy/ Iqama copy - National address printout - Proof of confirmation of hotel accommodation in India - Confirmed ticket - A letter from Employer/Sponsor (chamber attested if applying in Jeddah jurisdiction) or 3 months bank statement. In case f minors, documents from either parents may be submitted - Valid exit - entry copy for non-Saudi - Letter from the Consulate/ Embassy for Sudanese and Yemeni nationals
businessBusiness Visa
- Original Passport (valid for a minimum period of six months at the time of submission of visa application with two blank pages) - Copy of Passport - Two recent Passport size photographs - Duly completed Online Application Form - Applicable Visa Fee - National ID copy/ Iqama copy - National address printout - To and from confirmed tickets - A letter of request from a business establishment in Saudi Arabia attested by the Chamber - A letter of invitation from business establishment in India - Valid exit - entry copy for non-Saudi - Letter from the Consulate/ Embassy for Sudanese and Yemeni nationals
businessConference/ Seminar Visa
- Duly filled online application form - Original Passport (valid for a minimum period of six months at the time of submission of with two blank pages) - Two recent passport size photographs - Copy of Passport - Saudi ID card copy/ Iqama copy - National address printout - To and fro confirmed tickets - Invitation letter from sponsor to attend the conference/ seminar - Political clearance of the event issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) - Security clearance of the event issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) - Letter from the Consulate/ Embassy for Sudanese and Yemeni nationals - Applicable Visa Fee
otherDiplomatic/ Official Visa
- Duly filled online application form - Original Passport (valid for a minimum period of six months at the time of submission of with two blank pages) - Two recent passport size photographs - Copy of Passport - Saudi ID card copy/ Iqama copy - Note Verbale from the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicating the purpose of visit of Saudi nationals - Note Verbale from the Embassy or Organisation concerned in case of their diplomats/ officials indicating the purpose of visit - Applicable Visa Fee
workEmployment Visa
- Two recent Passport size photographs. - Duly completed Online Application Form - Original Passport (valid for a minimum period of six months at the time of submission of visa application with two blank pages) - Copy of Passport - Applicable Visa fee - A copy of the contract signed with the employer in India or a letter regarding the offer of appointment in India. - A letter from company/ sponsor reg. requirement like payment of tax liabilities - Documentary proof of educational qualifications and professional expertise - Gross salary in excess of INR 16.25 lakhs per annum - Applicant to be present in person - Saudi ID copy/ Iqama copy - National address printout - To and fro confirmed tickets - Valid exit - entry copy for non-Saudi - Letter from the Consulate/ Embassy for Sudanese and Yemeni nationals
studentStudent Visa
- Original Passport (valid for a minimum period of six months at the time of submission of visa application with two blank pages) - Passport Copy - Two recent Passport size photographs. Please See Photograph Requirements Document) - Duly completed Online Application Form - Applicable Visa Fee - Provisional admission letter in original along with a copy from a recognized educational institution in India. - Travellers Cheque or DD for INR 50,000/- - A letter of financial support from parent / guardian along with a bank guarantee worth SR.7,000 (Saudi Riyals Seven Thousand) for the duration of the course/study. - Father's employment letter indicating position held and salary attested by Chamber of Commerce/foreign Ministry. - National ID copy/ Iqama copy - National address printout - Confirmed ticket - Valid exit - entry copy for non-Saudi - Letter from the Consulate/ Embassy for Sudanese and Yemeni nationals Note:These papers are put up to Attachรฉ (visa) -SS (C)-CC and visa is issued after Approval only. Provisional student visa is for a period of 6 months with single entry. Existing Students: - Visa application form - Visa appendix form - Two photographs - Copy of valid bank guarantee - Bonafide certificate from the college/university in original - Undertaking from father - Travelerโs cheque worth USD 2000 in the name of the applicant payable in India.
India visa for Saudi Arabia citizens โ FAQ
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for India?
Saudi passport holders need a visa to enter India. Apply at a India embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
What documents do Saudi citizens need for India?
A valid passport plus the India document checklist for your visa type โ Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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