Saudi Work Visa for US Citizens and Residents (Washington, D.C.)
Saudi Work Visa from Washington, D.C. (USA)
What Is the Saudi Work Visa?
The Saudi work visa allows professionals from the United States to live and work legally in Saudi Arabia under the sponsorship of a licensed Saudi employer.
Tasheera Services manages the entire process, from job authorisation and document attestation to medical checks, embassy submission, and visa stamping. We make the process smooth, compliant, and efficient for both individuals and companies.
Who Can Apply for a Saudi Work Visa from the United States?
US Citizens
American nationals with a confirmed job offer or signed employment contract from a Saudi company are eligible to apply through the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C.
Foreign Residents in the US
Non-US nationals holding a valid US residence permit can also apply, provided they have a legitimate employment offer and authorisation from an approved Saudi employer.
Our consultants assist both US citizens and foreign residents throughout the process, from verifying employment authorisation to final embassy submission and visa stamping.
Our Support
We coordinate with your employer, MOFA, and the Saudi Embassy to ensure every step is completed correctly and on time. Our services include:
- Document attestation and verification
- Embassy coordination and submission
- Guidance on medical and travel requirements
Why Choose Tasheera Services?
Why Choose Tasheera Services for Your Saudi Employment Visa?
We are not a vendor or reseller. We operate two offices in Riyadh and one in Dammam, giving us direct access to Saudi ministry systems. That means:
- Real-time updates on your application
- Faster processing
- Embassy-compliant applications
We also act as the knowledge engine behind many global immigration firms, law firms and consulting firms, including Big Four firms.
Documents Required for a Saudi Work Visa (USA Applicants)
- Original passport with at least 6-12 months’ validity
- Two passport-size photographs with a white background
- Employment contract or official job offer letter from the Saudi employer
- Medical certificate
- Legalised educational certificates
- Police clearance certificate, attested and legalised
- Copy of the employer’s business registration (CR)
- Proof of residence (for non-US citizens)
Saudi Work Visa Process from Washington, D.C.
- Employer obtains MOFA authorisation. The visa authorisation is first issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Riyadh.
- Prepare and legalise your documents. We handle attestation and verification.
- Complete your medical test. A medical report from an approved US medical center is mandatory and must be authenticated before submission to the embassy.
- We submit to the Saudi Embassy in Washington, D.C. The visa is finalised there. Processing typically takes 7 to 15 business days, depending on MOFA approval, document attestation, and embassy workload.
- Enter Saudi Arabia. After arrival, your visa is converted into an Iqama.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about applying for a Saudi work visa from the United States, including where to apply, processing time, medical tests, and eligibility.
All Saudi work visa applications from the United States are processed through the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C.
The visa authorisation is first issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Riyadh and finalised at the Saudi Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Processing typically takes 7 to 15 business days, depending on MOFA approval, document attestation, and embassy workload.
Yes. Foreign nationals with a valid US residence permit or long-term visa can apply through the Saudi Embassy in Washington, D.C.
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