Saudi Business Visit Visa for Norwegian Citizens and Residents
Saudi Business Visit Visa from Norway
What Is the Saudi Business Visit Visa?
The visa is intended for individuals travelling to Saudi Arabia for non-remunerated business purposes, including:
- Attending official meetings and business negotiations
- Participating in trade fairs, seminars and corporate events
- Visiting clients, suppliers or project sites
- Conducting market research or investment feasibility studies
The business visit visa does not permit employment or any paid work within the Kingdom.
Who Can Apply for a Saudi Business Visa from Norway?
- Norwegian citizens with a confirmed MOFA invitation from a Saudi company or organisation
- Foreign residents in Norway who hold a valid residence permit and an official invitation from a Saudi-registered sponsor
Why Choose Tasheera Services?
Why Apply Through Tasheera Services?
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 Business Visit Visa (Norwegian Applicants)
- Original passport with at least 6-12 months’ validity
- Two passport-size photographs with a white background
- Travel itinerary or flight booking
- Pre-approval or invitation letter issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), with at least 3 months’ validity
- Company cover letter from your Norwegian employer (on letterhead)
- Residence permit copy (for non-Norwegian residents)
Saudi Business Visa Application Process from Norway
- Secure your MOFA invitation. Your Saudi host or business partner issues it through the MOFA e-portal, valid at the time of submission.
- Send us your documents. We prepare your file, including your company cover letter, and handle attestation.
- We submit to the Saudi Embassy in Oslo. Processing typically takes 3 to 5 working days after all documents are submitted, depending on embassy workload and document completeness.
- Travel for business. Once approved, you can attend meetings, trade fairs and corporate events.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about the Saudi business visit visa for Norwegian citizens and residents, including invitation letters, processing time and eligibility.
The process begins with a MOFA invitation letter issued by your Saudi host or business partner. Once you have the invitation, our team manages document preparation, attestation and embassy submission.
Only a Saudi company or organisation registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) can issue an official invitation, via the MOFA e-portal. The invitation must be valid at the time of visa submission.
Processing typically takes 3 to 5 working days after all documents are submitted to the Saudi Embassy in Oslo, depending on embassy workload and document completeness.
Yes. Foreign residents in Norway with a valid residence permit can apply, provided they hold a valid MOFA invitation from a Saudi entity.
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