Saudi Temporary Work Visa for New Zealand Citizens and Residents
Saudi Temporary Work Visa from New Zealand
Who Can Apply for a Saudi Temporary Work Visa from New Zealand?
New Zealand citizens and residents of New Zealand can apply if they have been assigned to a short-term project by an authorised Saudi sponsor. The visa suits:
- Professionals with specialised, technical or professional expertise
- Staff deployed by New Zealand, regional or multinational organisations on time-bound projects
- Engineers, project leads, 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 support: verification against Saudi and New Zealand requirements, including attestation
- Application review: checks that your contract, certificates and CV match your assignment
- 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 (New Zealand 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
- Copy of the employer’s Commercial Registration and sponsorship information
- Legalised educational and professional certificates
- Updated CV relevant to your assigned position
- Medical fitness certificate and Saudi-approved health insurance
- Police clearance (criminal record) certificate
- Valid New Zealand residence permit or ID (non-New Zealand citizens only)
Our Role in the Process
For applicants in New Zealand, Tasheera Services:
- Works with your Saudi sponsor to secure MOFA-approved temporary employment authorisation
- Verifies your documents against Saudi and New Zealand requirements
- Prepares your application, manages the submission and tracks progress
- Monitors your application until the visa is approved
Saudi Temporary Work Visa Application Process from New Zealand
- Sponsor obtains MOFA authorisation. Your Saudi sponsor secures the temporary work authorisation and defines the scope and duration of your assignment.
- Prepare and attest your documents. Employment letters and supporting documents are attested before submission.
- Complete your medical and police check. You complete your medical fitness check and obtain your police clearance.
- Submit your application. We submit your application and track it until approval.
- Travel and start your assignment. The visa is typically issued for up to 90 days and may be extended, subject to Saudi approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about when to use this visa, sponsorship, validity, attestation and conversion for applicants in New Zealand.
It suits short-term assignments, technical projects and limited-duration consultancy roles that don’t require long-term residency.
New Zealand citizens and residents assigned to short-term projects by an authorised Saudi sponsor can apply.
The sponsor obtains the MOFA temporary work authorisation and defines the scope and duration of your assignment.
Temporary Work Visas are typically issued for up to 90 days and may be extended, subject to Saudi approval.
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