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Saudi Arabia (Russia): eVisa required → Visa-free · up to 90 days

eVisa required Visa-free · up to 90 days

The Russia–Saudi Arabia mutual visa-waiver agreement (signed in Riyadh on 2025-12-01) entered into force. Up to 90 days per calendar year — continuous or cumulative — for tourism, business and private visits. NOT valid for work, study, residence, or Hajj/Umrah during the pilgrimage season.

Who this affects

Check a specific routeRussia → Saudi Arabia
The rule todayVisa-free · 90 days
BeforeeVisa required
AfterVisa-free · up to 90 days
In force since2026-05-11

What has NOT changed

A change to the visa rule does not change these. They apply as before.

Passport validityMust be valid at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
Yellow fever certificateCertificate required if you arrive from a country with a risk of transmission.

Check your own passportOfficial entry requirements

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