Saudi Work Visa for Turkish Citizens and Residents
Saudi Work Visa from Turkey
What Is the Saudi Work Visa?
Issued to those with a confirmed job offer from a Saudi employer, this visa allows the holder to travel to Saudi Arabia for long-term employment and later obtain a residence permit (Iqama).
Who Can Apply for a Saudi Work Visa from Turkiye?
- Turkish nationals with an official job offer or employment contract
- Foreign residents in Turkiye holding a valid residence permit and a Saudi job offer
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 (Turkish 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
- Work authorisation letter from the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
Saudi Work Visa Process from Turkiye
- Employer obtains MOFA authorisation. Your Saudi employer secures approval first.
- Prepare and legalise your documents. Educational and professional certificates are attested by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and legalised by the Saudi Embassy in Ankara.
- We submit to the Saudi Embassy in Ankara. We manage the full application and stamping.
- Enter Saudi Arabia. The visa is generally valid for 90 days for entry.
- Iqama issued. After arrival, your Saudi employer completes the residence permit (Iqama) procedure, so you can live and work in Saudi Arabia long-term.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about the Saudi work visa for Turkish citizens and residents, including eligibility, attestation, validity, family members and changing employers.
Yes. Applicants who hold a valid Turkish residence permit and a confirmed employment offer from a licensed Saudi company can apply through the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Ankara.
Yes. All educational and professional certificates must be attested by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then legalised by the Saudi Embassy in Ankara before submission. Our team coordinates this process to ensure full compliance with Saudi regulations.
The visa is generally valid for 90 days for entry into the Kingdom. After arrival, your Saudi employer completes the Iqama procedure, which allows you to live and work in Saudi Arabia long-term
Yes. Once your Iqama has been issued, you can sponsor your spouse and children under family residence visas to join you in Saudi Arabia. We can assist with preparing and submitting their visa applications.
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