Saudi Family Visa Requirements: A Guide for UAE Citizens and Residents

Saudi Arabia Family Visa

Saudi Arabia and the UAE share close cultural, economic, and family ties — and for many families, travel between the two countries is part of everyday life.

The Saudi Family Visit Visa allows UAE citizens and residents to visit relatives living or working in the Kingdom for short stays, family gatherings, or special occasions.

This visa is issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and approved through the Saudi Embassy in the UAE. It can be obtained as either a single-entry visa (valid for up to 90 days) or a multiple-entry visa (valid for up to one year, with a 90-day stay per visit).

Who Can Apply from the UAE

UAE Nationals

Emirati citizens with family members residing in Saudi Arabia can apply for a Family Visit Visa to spend time with their loved ones.

UAE Residents

Expatriates living in the UAE with a valid residence visa and Emirates ID can also apply, provided their relative in Saudi Arabia holds a valid Iqama (residence permit) and issues an official invitation letter through MOFA.

We coordinate between the Saudi sponsor and the UAE applicant to ensure all submissions are complete and compliant.

Eligible Family Members

Saudi Family Visit Visas are typically granted for the following family relationships:

Husband or wife
Parents or parents-in-law
Children
Brothers and sisters

Other family relations may be considered based on the approval of Saudi authorities.

Processing Time

Service Type	Estimated Time
Standard Processing	3–5 working days
Express Processing	1–2 working days (subject to embassy approval)

Visa Validity: Up to 12 months (for multiple entry)
Stay Duration: Up to 90 days per visit

Why Choose Saudi Visa Agency by Northman & Sterling

Documents Required for Saudi Family Visit Visa (UAE Applicants)

Last updated: September 2025. All information is verified in real-time by our Saudi offices at Northman & Sterling Saudi Arabia.

Direct Access to Saudi Ministries

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.
This means real-time updates, faster processing, and embassy-compliant applications — we actually serve as the knowledge engine behind many global immigration firms, law firms and consulting firms such as Big4.

Important Guidelines for UAE Applicants

Invitation letters must be issued by the Saudi sponsor via the MOFA portal.
Relationship certificates (marriage/birth) must be attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Saudi Embassy.
Family Visit Visas are for personal travel only and do not permit work or business activity.
Visitors must hold valid Saudi medical insurance for the duration of their stay.
Passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of travel.