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Saudi Arabia visa for citizens of Russia

Citizens of Russia can visit Saudi Arabia without a visa for up to 90 days (up to 90 days a year).

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With a passport of Russia

Visa free

Visa free, 90 days

up to 90 days a year

Since 11 May 2026; visa still needed for Hajj and Umrah in Hajj season.

By purpose of the trip

PurposeWhat you need
TourismVisa free, 90 days
BusinessVisa free, 90 days
Family visitVisa free, 90 days
StudyVisa free, 90 days
WorkVisa free, 90 days
TransitVisa free, 90 days

Check before you travel

  • visa.visitsaudi.com blocks outside networks and ksavisa.sa is script rendered; eligible list from news citing MOFA.
  • Taiwan (TW) included from the 2019 list, missing from 2026 news lists.
  • Brazil on one Oct 2026 list (which drops Belgium); treated as error, BR under OTHERS.
  • Whether UK passports can still use the tourist eVisa after the ETA launch.
  • eVisa fee for 2026 not confirmed on an official page.
  • Visa holder route on arrival reportedly limited to Saudi carriers (Saudia, flynas, flyadeal); unconfirmed.

Questions

Do citizens of Russia need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Citizens of Russia can visit Saudi Arabia without a visa for up to 90 days (up to 90 days a year).

How much does it cost?

Nothing: you do not need a visa for a short visit.

Can Sroky apply for me?

Not for this trip yet. Apply on the official site.

Can I study or work in Saudi Arabia on this?

Study and work need their own permission; see the official site.

Saudi Arabia for other passports

Where else can citizens of Russia go

Every destination for citizens of Russia

Official sources

Checked on November 4, 2026

Sroky is a private company and is not part of any government. The destination decides on every entry. Rules change: the official source always applies.