Saudi Temporary Work Visa for Australian Citizens and Residents
Saudi Temporary Work Visa from Australia
Who Can Apply for a Saudi Temporary Work Visa from Australia?
Australian citizens and lawful residents of Australia can apply if a Saudi entity sponsors them and obtains a MOFA-approved temporary work authorisation. The visa suits:
- Professionals with specialised, technical or professional expertise
- Staff deployed by Australian, regional or multinational organisations on time-limited projects in Saudi Arabia
- Engineers, project managers, supervisors, consultants, trainers and technical specialists on fixed-term contracts
Why Choose Tasheera Services?
Why Apply Through Tasheera Services?
Tasheera Services helps coordinate the Saudi Temporary Work Visa process, from sponsor authorisation through document preparation and visa submission. Our support includes:
- Complete application coordination: assistance from MOFA authorisation to visa approval
- Document review: checks against Saudi and Australian requirements, including attestation where needed
- Application review: checks that all your documents match MOFA authorisation records
- Clear communication: progress tracking until your visa is approved and you’re ready to travel
We operate two offices in Riyadh and one in Dammam, giving our Saudi team direct access to ministry systems. We also support global immigration firms, law firms and major consulting firms with Saudi visa matters.
Documents Required for a Saudi Temporary Work Visa (Australian Applicants)
- Original passport with at least 6 months’ validity and at least 2 blank pages
- Two passport-size photographs with a white background
- Completed, printed and signed online visa application form
- MOFA authorisation: the approved temporary work visa number from your Saudi sponsor
- Employment contract and sponsor letter confirming your job title, visa block number and employment duration
- Project-specific employment letter outlining the scope and duration of your assignment
- Copy of the employer’s Commercial Registration and sponsorship information
- Legalised educational and professional certificates
- Updated CV relevant to your temporary role
- Medical fitness certificate and Saudi-approved health insurance
- National police check issued by the Australian Federal Police (AFP)
- Residency documents (non-Australian citizens only): a valid Australian visa or residence permit, and proof of lawful residence
Our Role in the Process
For applicants in Australia, Tasheera Services:
- Works with your Saudi sponsor to secure MOFA-approved temporary employment authorisation
- Reviews your documents against Saudi and Australian requirements
- Compiles your application and coordinates the submission
- Monitors progress until your visa is approved
Saudi Temporary Work Visa Application Process from Australia
- Sponsor obtains MOFA authorisation. Your Saudi sponsor secures the temporary work visa number.
- Prepare and attest your documents. We review your project letter, certificates and contract, and arrange attestation where required.
- Complete your medical and police check. You complete your medical fitness check and obtain your AFP national police check.
- Submit your application. We submit your application and track it until approval.
- Travel and start your assignment. The visa is generally issued for up to 90 days, and extensions may be possible in limited cases, subject to approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about when to use this visa, sponsorship, validity, documents, attestation and conversion for applicants in Australia.
It suits short-term assignments such as technical support, project implementation or specialist consultancy.
Yes. A Saudi entity must sponsor you and obtain a MOFA-approved temporary work authorisation, however short the assignment.
Temporary Work Visas are generally issued for up to 90 days and may be extended in limited cases, subject to Saudi approval.
You must submit a project-specific employment letter that clearly sets out the scope and duration of your assignment.
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