Saudi Temporary Work Visa Requirements: A Guide for UAE Citizens and Residents
Saudi Arabia Temporary Work Visa
What Is the Saudi Temporary Work Visa?
A Saudi temporary work visa allows professionals based in the UAE to work in Saudi Arabia for short-term projects, usually up to 90 days, with possible extensions.
It is ideal for those travelling from the UAE to carry out technical, consultancy or project-based work, such as installations, supervision, inspections or training, without needing a long-term job contract or residence permit (Iqama).
The visa is approved by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), and issued under a temporary work authorisation number provided by a Saudi-registered sponsor in coordination with the applicant’s UAE employer.
Who Can Apply for a Saudi Temporary Work Visa from the UAE?
For UAE Citizens
- Must hold a valid UAE passport
- Must have an invitation or work authorisation from a Saudi-registered employer
- Ideal for business owners, consultants, engineers and skilled professionals performing short-term work
For UAE Residents (Expatriates)
- Must hold a valid UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
- Must have an official assignment or job letter from the Saudi sponsor
- Suitable for individuals temporarily deployed by their UAE employer to projects in Saudi Arabia
Why Choose Tasheera Services?
Why Choose Tasheera Services for Your Saudi Temporary Work Visa?
Applying for a Saudi temporary work visa involves multiple touchpoints across Saudi and UAE systems, including the Saudi employer, MOFA, MHRSD, the embassy and local attestation authorities.
Tasheera Services ensures each step is completed correctly and efficiently, offering:
- Proper document attestation and verification in the UAE
- Embassy-compliant formatting and translation
- Real-time updates and transparent communication
- Dedicated coordination between UAE and Saudi entities
- Fast-track options for urgent corporate deployments
Our dual presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia helps us deliver a streamlined, compliant and timely visa process for every applicant.
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, faster processing and 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 Temporary Work Visa (UAE Applicants)
- Original passport with at least 6-12 months’ validity
- Two passport-size photographs with a white background
- Assignment or work letter from the Saudi employer
- Company letter from the UAE employer confirming the purpose of visit
- Medical report
- Proof of UAE residency: residence visa and Emirates ID copy (for expatriate residents)
- Trade licence copy of the UAE company (for corporate applicants)
Where to Apply in the UAE
Tasheera Services assists applicants across the Emirates, including:
- Dubai: applications submitted through the Tasheer Visa Services Centre in Business Bay
- Abu Dhabi: applications processed at the Tasheer Centre in Al Mushrif
- Sharjah, Ajman and the Northern Emirates: applications facilitated through our partner collection points
Our team ensures seamless coordination between UAE and Saudi entities, providing local guidance, document pickup and submission support.
Why UAE Applicants Prefer This Visa
The temporary work visa is ideal for UAE-based professionals who frequently collaborate with Saudi companies or manage projects in the Kingdom. Key advantages include:
- No requirement for long-term employment or Iqama
- Short approval timelines, ideal for urgent project needs
- Flexibility to enter and exit Saudi Arabia during the assignment period
- Valid for a broad range of professional roles and industries
Saudi Temporary Work Visa Process from the UAE
- Sponsor obtains MOFA and MHRSD authorisation. Your Saudi-registered sponsor issues a temporary work authorisation number in coordination with your UAE employer.
- Send us your documents. We handle attestation, verification and embassy-compliant formatting and translation in the UAE.
- We coordinate your submission. Through the Tasheer Centre in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or a partner collection point in the Northern Emirates.
- Travel and start your assignment. You can stay up to 90 days per entry, with possible extensions depending on the sponsor and project duration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you are a UAE-based professional or a company sending staff for a short-term project in Saudi Arabia, our team ensures full compliance and efficient handling of every requirement.
You can stay up to 90 days per entry, with possible extensions depending on the sponsor and project duration.
Usually not required for temporary visas, unless specifically requested by the embassy.
No. A separate employment visa application must be filed for permanent roles.
Through authorised Tasheer Visa Centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with full support from Tasheera Services.
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