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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit SA?

Chinese citizens need a Saudi eVisa. Apply online via visa.visitsaudi.com. Chinese passport holders need an eVisa to enter Saudi Arabia for tourism. The Saudi tourist eVisa was opened to Chinese citizens in September 2019 as part of Saudi Vision 2030 tourism opening. Apply online at visa.visitsaudi.com for a 1-year multi-entry eVisa allowing 90-day stays per entry, costing SAR 535 (approximately USD 142) including mandatory travel medical insurance and VAT. Religious purposes (Umrah/Hajj) require separate visas via licensed Saudi travel agents. Saudi Arabia has significantly opened tourism since 2019 — major attractions include Riyadh, Jeddah, AlUla, Diriyah, and the Red Sea coast. Saudia, China Eastern, China Southern, and Cathay Pacific operate direct or one-stop flights from Beijing/Shanghai/Guangzhou/Hong Kong to Riyadh (RUH), Jeddah (JED), and Dammam (DMM). China-Saudi relations are anchored by major oil trade, the Belt and Road Initiative, and the 2023 China-brokered Saudi-Iran rapprochement.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
eVisa (online application)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple entry, 1 year
from issue date
Visa fee
SAR 535 (~USD 142) including insurance + VAT
consular fee only
Processing time
Minutes to 24 hours typical
standard track
Validity
1 year from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Chinese passport valid 6+ months beyond intended departure with at least 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/02
Apply at visa.visitsaudi.com
Complete the eVisa application online with passport details, photo, and trip info.
· online application
/03
Upload photo
Recent colour photo, white background, JPEG/PNG.
· digital photo
/04
Pay eVisa fee
SAR 535 (~USD 142) by credit card. Includes visa fee SAR 300 + insurance SAR 180 + VAT.
· card payment
/05
Receive eVisa email
Approval typically within minutes to 24 hours. Print and carry on travel.
· 24 hr processing
/06
Arrive in Saudi Arabia
Present printed eVisa and passport at immigration. Fingerprints and photo on arrival.
· biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

7 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 7 complete
Chinese passport
Valid 6+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages
Approved eVisa printout
Printed colour copy carried on travel
Digital photo
Recent, colour, white background, JPEG/PNG
Confirmed return/onward ticket
Within eVisa validity window
Hotel booking
First stay accommodation confirmation
Travel medical insurance
Included in eVisa fee automatically
Sufficient funds
Approximately USD 100/day or equivalent
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa (1 year multi-entry)SAR 535~USD 142 including insurance and VAT
Visa fee componentSAR 300Government visa charge
Medical insurance componentSAR 180Mandatory bundled with eVisa
VAT (15%)SAR 55Applied to visa and insurance
Umrah visaFreeIssued via licensed agents to Mecca/Medina pilgrims
Overstay penaltySAR 100/dayPlus possible detention and entry ban
Total estimateSAR 535 — SAR 535incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Tourist eVisa
Minutes to 24 hours
Via visa.visitsaudi.com - the standard tourist option.
Umrah/Hajj visa
1-2 weeks
Religious visa via licensed Saudi travel agents.
Business visa
5-7 business days
Sponsorship from Saudi host company required.
Work visa
30+ days
Employment sponsorship and medical exam required.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Photo doesn't meet requirements
White background, recent, clear face are essential.
Low
/02
Wrong purpose for eVisa
Religious visits need Umrah/Hajj visa, not tourist eVisa.
Low
/03
Card payment declined
Use international Visa/MasterCard; Chinese UnionPay may not work.
Medium
/04
Passport mismatch
Names must match passport exactly including middle names.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-27
China to Saudi route verified
Confirmed tourist eVisa available for Chinese citizens at SAR 535.
2019-09-27 · major
Saudi tourist eVisa opens to China
Saudi Arabia opens tourist eVisa to 49 countries including China under Vision 2030.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Chinese citizens get a Saudi tourist eVisa?—
Yes - China is on Saudi Arabia's eVisa eligible list since September 2019. Apply at visa.visitsaudi.com.
How much does the Saudi eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay?+
Can I perform Umrah on the tourist eVisa?+
Can I drink alcohol or wear casual clothes?+
Are direct flights from China available?+
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