Do British citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Passport

United Kingdom

Destination

Saudi Arabia

United Kingdom passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, so no application is needed before travelling.

Answer Visa on arrival

Visa on arrival

Entry requirement: Visa on arrival
Maximum stay: Check on entry
Apply before travel: No
Last updated: February 2026

What United Kingdom passport holders need to do

Bring a passport with enough validity and at least one blank page.
Have the visa fee ready, often in cash, plus passport photos if they are requested.
Carry proof of onward travel and accommodation to show the immigration officer.

United Kingdom is one of 69 passports in the “visa on arrival” group for Saudi Arabia. See the full Saudi Arabia visa requirements for every passport.

Other easy destinations in Asia for United Kingdom passport holders

Saudi Arabia is one of 36 destinations in the “visa on arrival” group for the United Kingdom passport, which ranks #6 worldwide with a mobility score of 162. Of 50 destinations in Asia, 39 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

Destination	Requirement	Max stay
Armenia	Visa-free	180 days
Brunei	Visa-free	90 days
Georgia	Visa-free	360 days
Hong Kong	Visa-free	180 days
Israel	Visa-free	90 days
Japan	Visa-free	90 days
Kazakhstan	Visa-free	30 days
Kyrgyzstan	Visa-free	60 days
Macau	Visa-free	180 days
Malaysia	Visa-free	–
Mongolia	Visa-free	30 days
Palestine	Visa-free	–

All visa-free countries for the United Kingdom passport

Frequently asked questions

Do British citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

United Kingdom passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, so no application is needed before travelling.

Do Saudi Arabia citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

Saudi Arabia passport holders do not need a traditional visa for the United Kingdom, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before departure.

Saudi Arabia visa requirements for other passports

Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Saudi Arabia before you book.