Visa requirements · 🇸🇦 Saudi passport → 🇬🇧 the United Kingdom

Do Saudi passport holders need a visa for the United Kingdom?

An e-Visa is required

Saudi passport holders need an e-Visa to enter the United Kingdom. You apply online before you travel — no embassy visit.

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~6 required documents · full list via API6-step application process · steps via APILast verified 2026-08-02

Sourced from the Orizn Visa API. Requirements can change — always confirm with the official authorities of the United Kingdom before you travel. Every API response carries a verified flag and a last_verified date.

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curl "https://visa.orizn.app/api/v1/visa/check?passport=SAU&destination=GBR" -H "x-api-key: YOUR_KEY"
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Frequently asked questions

Do Saudi passport holders need a visa for the United Kingdom?

An e-Visa is required. Saudi passport holders need an e-Visa to enter the United Kingdom. You apply online before you travel — no embassy visit.

How long can Saudi passport holders stay in the United Kingdom?

The allowed length of stay depends on the visa type and purpose of travel — query the live API for the current value.

Can Saudi passport holders get an e-Visa or visa on arrival for the United Kingdom?

Yes — Saudi passport holders can apply online for an e-Visa/ETA before traveling to the United Kingdom, with no embassy visit.

How do I check the United Kingdom visa requirements for a Saudi passport in code?

Call GET https://visa.orizn.app/api/v1/visa/check?passport=SAU&destination=GBR — JSON in, JSON out. The free tier covers 100 requests/month, no credit card.

How current is this visa information for the United Kingdom?

This record was last verified on 2026-08-02. Every API response also returns a verified flag and a last_verified date, so you can check freshness programmatically.

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