Clear guidance for British passport holders choosing between Saudi Arabia’s current electronic travel routes.
Saudi Arabia now has several electronic options. The ETA is a multiple-entry route for eligible travel purposes, the tourist eVisa has separate tourism conditions, and the older Electronic Visa Waiver remains a single-entry route. We check which option fits the journey.
The final requirements depend on the chosen electronic route. These are the usual documents and checks to prepare.
We keep the sequence organised so time-sensitive documents are prepared before the final appointment.
We confirm the passport, travel purpose, length of stay and number of planned journeys.
Provide a clear passport scan and a compliant digital photograph.
Names, passport information and proposed travel details are checked for consistency.
Once issued, keep the electronic travel approval with your passport and journey documents.
The current ETA is valid for 730 days and permits multiple entries, with no more than 180 days in total across that period. It can cover tourism, business, study, medical treatment and Umrah outside Hajj season.
The EVW is a single-entry route allowing a stay of up to 180 days. It can be requested up to 90 days before travel and should be submitted at least 48 hours before the flight.
The tourist eVisa is valid for 365 days with multiple entries and up to 90 days in total. It is for tourism-related activities and includes limited health insurance under the official scheme.
Electronic travel permissions do not permit Saudi employment. Rules can change, so the chosen route and passport details must be checked before every journey.
These answers are general guidance. Ask the A & M team to confirm what applies to your individual case.
That depends on your passport, purpose of travel, planned stay and number of journeys. A & M can compare the available routes before you apply.
No. The ETA, tourist eVisa and Electronic Visa Waiver do not authorise Saudi employment. Employment requires the appropriate work visa route.
Usually a clear passport bio-page image, a compliant digital photograph and accurate travel details. Flight details are also required for some routes.
Tell us your nationality, travel purpose and Saudi paperwork. We will explain the appropriate next step.
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