Careful support for families visiting relatives who are legally resident in Saudi Arabia, with clear guidance on invitations and relationship documents.
A family visit application normally starts with the sponsor or family member in Saudi Arabia. Once the Saudi-side invitation is approved, we help the visitor prepare the UK-side documents and submission.
Requirements vary by relationship, nationality and the sponsor’s status. The normal starting documents are below.
We keep the sequence organised so time-sensitive documents are prepared before the final appointment.
We check the relationship, sponsor status and visitor nationality.
The sponsor arranges the relevant family visit approval in Saudi Arabia.
We identify which certificates and legalisation steps apply to the applicant.
The applicant follows the applicable online or appointment route with a complete document pack.
The document must clearly establish the claimed family relationship. Religious marriage certificates may be considered, but the country of issue and the legalisation route must be checked first.
A short family visit visa is not the same as a dependant or residency visa. If the family intends to live in Saudi Arabia, tell us so we can identify the correct requirements.
We can coordinate several related applications together and keep the documents organised consistently across the family group.
The Saudi authorities decide eligibility and approval. Additional evidence may be requested depending on the sponsor and family relationship.
These answers are general guidance. Ask the A & M team to confirm what applies to your individual case.
The family member or sponsor in Saudi Arabia normally starts the Saudi-side invitation. A & M then helps the visitor prepare the relevant UK-side documents.
A marriage certificate, birth certificate or other evidence may be requested depending on the relationship. The issuing country and required legalisation route must be checked.
No. A short family visit and a dependant or residency application are different routes. Tell A & M if the family member intends to live in Saudi Arabia.
Tell us your nationality, travel purpose and Saudi paperwork. We will explain the appropriate next step.
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