Saudi Arabia launches free stopover visa for these passengers.

Saudi Arabia now offers a free stopover visa for international travelers, including residents from the United Arab Emirates and Gulf countries, and flying with Saudi or Flynus. This allows for a 96-hour stay for Umrah or tourism purposes, bypassing the requirement for a separate Umrah visa. While the visa itself is independent, a small treatment fee and compulsory medical insurance are required.

Saudi Arabia has introduced a free stopover visa for international travelers, including residents of the UAE and other Gulf countries, making it easier to perform Umrah during flight layovers. The visa is only available to passengers flying with Saudi Airlines or Flynas. The stopover visa allows a stay of up to 96 hours and is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. It enables eligible passengers to visit Makkah and Madinah for religious purposes or tourism without needing a separate Umrah visa.

According to a report by Gulf News, the visa is issued free of charge; however, travelers must pay a small processing fee of SAR 39.50 and purchase mandatory medical insurance starting from SAR 13. The visa is automatically generated during the flight booking process through the Saudia or Flynas websites.

Only transit passengers with confirmed onward travel can apply. Passengers must also register and schedule their Umrah or Ziyarah appointments through the official Nusuk platform before traveling.

To be eligible, travelers must-

Book flights through Saudi Airlines or Flynas
Passport is valid for at least six months
Keep a visa or residence for their last destination
Upload fit image according to Saudi Visa guidelines

Visa is a visa with a single introduction and cannot be expanded. It is not available to those flying with another carrier.

To apply, need Travellers:

Go to the Saudi or Flynas website
Choose a flight with a stopover in Saudi Arabia
Enter the required trip and individual details
Choose to use a stop visa
Upload required documents
Complete payment
Get visa and insurance documents via e-post.

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Saudi Arabia Launches Free Stopover Visa For These Passengers

News Source : Economic Times