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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Saudi Arabia visa requirements

Taiwan ordinary passport holders need a visa for Saudi Arabia, but they qualify for the easy online tourist eVisa (and visa on arrival). Apply online before you fly. Taiwan is on Saudi Arabia's tourist eVisa eligibility list, so holders of an ordinary Taiwan (ROC) passport do not need to visit an embassy. The tourist eVisa is applied for entirely online at the official Visit Saudi portal, is usually approved within minutes to a couple of days, and produces a one-year, multiple-entry visa allowing stays of up to 90 days per visit. The same nationality is also eligible for visa on arrival at major Saudi airports, but applying online in advance is strongly recommended to avoid airport queues and the risk of denied boarding. The eVisa covers tourism, family/friend visits, attending events, and Umrah (outside the Hajj season). Mandatory medical insurance is bundled into the fee. Passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival. This is not the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist eVisa (electronic visa); visa on arrival also available
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per visit
per entry
Entries
Multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
SAR 535 total online (incl. visa fee + mandatory insurance + platform fee); approx. USD 142
consular fee only
Processing time
Often within minutes; allow at least 2 business days
standard track
Validity
1 year from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport
Verify your Taiwan ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages. Taiwan is on the Saudi eVisa eligible-nationality list.
· 6-month validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the official Visit Saudi eVisa site at visa.visitsaudi.com. Avoid third-party agents that add markups.
· visa.visitsaudi.com
/03
Create an account and complete the application
Register, fill in personal and passport details, and select tourism as the purpose of travel.
· Online form
/04
Upload documents and a photo
Provide a passport bio-page scan and a recent passport-style photograph as prompted.
· Passport scan· Photo
/05
Pay the fee
Pay the all-inclusive fee by credit/debit card. Mandatory medical insurance is bundled into the price automatically.
· Card payment· Insurance included
/06
Receive the eVisa and print it
The eVisa is emailed once approved (often within minutes, up to a couple of days). Carry a printed copy plus a digital copy for boarding and immigration.
· Email approval· Print a copy
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) -> Saudi Arabia · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa); visa on arrival also available
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredTaiwan ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style digital photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredPassport bio-page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredValid credit/debit card for the fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredActive email address for eVisa delivery
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedConfirmed onward/return travel and accommodation details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPrinted and digital copy of the approved eVisa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalNote: medical insurance is included in the eVisa fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
OptionalWomen travellers no longer need a male guardian to enter
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa policy of Saudi Arabia — Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Government visa feeSAR 300Paid to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mandatory medical insuranceSAR 180Bundled automatically; includes VAT
Online platform processing feeSAR 55eVisa applications only; not charged for visa on arrival
Visa on arrival (alternative)SAR 480Same visa, collected at airport; no platform fee
Total estimateSAR 480 (~USD 128, visa on arrival)SAR 535 (~USD 142, online eVisa)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At the airport on arrival
Available to eligible nationalities at major airports, but expect kiosk queues and possible boarding-check issues with the carrier.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Taiwan is on the eVisa eligible list
Saudi Arabia grants Taiwan ordinary passport holders access to the online tourist eVisa rather than requiring an embassy application.
High
/02
Tourism and short visits qualify
The eVisa covers tourism, visiting family/friends, events, and Umrah outside the Hajj season.
High
/03
Not visa-exempt
Saudi Arabia does not offer visa-free entry to Taiwan passport holders, so a visa (eVisa or VoA) is mandatory.
Medium
/04
Convenience of online approval
Applying online secures approval before departure and avoids airport processing delays.
Medium
/05
Bundled insurance requirement
Saudi rules require medical insurance, which is included in the eVisa fee automatically.
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
2026-05-30 · major
Taiwan to Saudi Arabia route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia visa-policy data and the official Visit Saudi eVisa portal that Taiwan ordinary passport holders are eligible for the online tourist eVisa (1-year, multiple-entry, 90-day stays) and visa on arrival; total online fee SAR 535 incl. mandatory insurance.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Taiwan passport holders enter Saudi Arabia without a visa?
No. Saudi Arabia does not offer visa-free entry, but Taiwan ordinary passport holders qualify for the online tourist eVisa and for visa on arrival.
How long can I stay on the tourist eVisa?+
How much does the eVisa cost?+
How long does approval take?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+
Can I use the tourist eVisa for Umrah?+
/11 — Passport tools

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