Can I Get a Saudi Visa With My Passport? (UK Residents)

By the Mina Tours team · 4 min read · Updated June 2026

Many of our customers live in the UK but hold a non-British passport. The most important thing to understand is that Saudi visa eligibility is based mainly on your passport nationality — not on living in the UK.

Please note: Saudi visa and entry rules can change at any time and depend mainly on your passport nationality. This page is general guidance, not a guarantee of eligibility. Always confirm your eligibility through official Saudi government channels — the Saudi eVisa portal, the Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) portal and the Nusuk platform — and check current UK foreign travel advice before booking or travelling. Our team is happy to check your specific situation.

UK residency is not the deciding factor

Holding a UK BRP, ILR or residence permit does not by itself qualify you for the Saudi EVW or eVisa. Eligibility is assessed primarily on the passport you hold.

British passport holders

You generally have the most flexibility: the EVW (single entry, cheapest, ideal for one trip) or the tourist eVisa (multiple entry, one year). Either can be used for Umrah.

Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, Nigerian and other passports

Your options depend on current Saudi rules for your nationality. In some cases, Saudi Arabia allows eVisa eligibility or visa-on-arrival where travellers hold a valid UK, US or Schengen visa and meet Saudi conditions — but this changes periodically and should always be verified before booking.

We never make blanket guarantees about eligibility. Tell us the passport you hold and your UK status, and we'll help you check the current position and the best route for your Umrah.

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