Saudi Temporary Work Visa Requirements: A Guide for UK Citizens and Residents

Saudi Temporary Work Visa

A Saudi Temporary Work Visa allows foreign professionals to undertake short-term paid assignments in Saudi Arabia for a specific project, contract, or fixed-duration engagement. It is the ideal visa for consultants, engineers, technicians, project managers, specialists, and skilled professionals who need to work on-site in the Kingdom without obtaining a long-term work and residence visa.

Whether you're supporting a client project, installing or commissioning equipment, delivering technical services, conducting inspections, or providing specialized expertise, a Saudi Temporary Work Visa offers a compliant solution for short-term employment. Our experts provide end-to-end assistance with document preparation, application processing, and Saudi embassy requirements, ensuring a smooth, accurate, and hassle-free visa experience.

Why choose Tasheera Services?

Documents Required for Temporary Work Visa (UK Applicants)
  • Original Passport – With at least 6 – 12 months validity
  • 2 x Passport size photos with white background
  • ACRO Police Clearance
  • Medical Certificate
  • Legalised Educational Certificate
  • QVP and Mosadaqa Legalisation
  • Block Visa from Qiwa portal of Saudi sponsoring Company
  • Temporary Work Contract – Attested by Saudi COC and MOFA
  • E-Authorisation / E-Wakala
  • Some Professions may require SCE membership

A Saudi Temporary Work Visa may be suitable if you:

  • Have secured a short-term contract, project, or assignment in Saudi Arabia.
  • Work as an engineer, consultant, technician, or specialist required on-site for a limited period.
  • Are being temporarily assigned or deployed by your employer, contractor, or subcontractor to work in the Kingdom.
  • Need authorization to undertake paid short-term employment in Saudi Arabia without transitioning to a long-term work and residence arrangement.

1. Eligibility Review & Document Checklist
We review your role, assignment, and visa requirements, then provide a clear checklist of the documents needed for submission.

2. Document Attestation & Legalization
Where required, we arrange Apostille, embassy attestation, and legalization for degrees, Police Clearance Certificates, or corporate documents.

3. Application Preparation
Our team completes the required visa forms, checks your supporting documents, and coordinates the embassy appointment.

4. Embassy Submission & Status Tracking
We submit your application to the Saudi Embassy and monitor its progress through to a decision.

5. Visa Stamping & Passport Return
Once approved, your visa is stamped in your passport and returned to you securely.

Our specialists provide end-to-end Saudi visa support for UK applicants, including document collection and legalization, application preparation, and submission to the Saudi Embassy in London

  • Degree Legalization & Verification – Apostille, degree legalization, QVP, and Mosadaqa verification support.
  • ACRO Police Certificate Assistance – Support with obtaining the required ACRO Police Certificate.
  • Visa Medical Certificate Support – Assistance with completing the required medical examination and documentation.
  • PCC & Medical Certificate Legalization – Legalization of ACRO Police Certificates and medical certificates for Saudi visa purposes.
  • Saudi Sponsor Document Review – Verification of documents issued by your Saudi sponsoring company to ensure they meet visa requirements.
  • Saudi Embassy Visa Filing – Complete preparation and submission of your visa application to the Saudi Embassy in London.

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Difference Between Saudi Work Visa and Temporary Work Visa

Choosing the right visa depends on the purpose and duration of your employment in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Business Visit Visa

Designed for short-term professional activities such as business meetings, conferences, exhibitions, negotiations, and other non-employment business engagements.

Saudi Temporary Work Visa

Intended for individuals undertaking short-term paid work or project-based assignments in Saudi Arabia.

If your visit involves performing paid work or providing services on-site, a Temporary Work Visa may be required rather than a Business Visit Visa.

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