Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
The official link goes to ksavisa.sa. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Saudi Arabia entry rules for Vietnamese citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Saudi visit visa (KSA Visa platform / embassy) |
| Stay | Depends on visa issued |
| When to apply | Apply well ahead through a Saudi mission or the KSA Visa platform |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Vietnamese passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Saudi Arabia entry requirements.
The details for a Vietnamese passport.
Not on the tourist eVisa nationality list. Tourist eVisa / visa on arrival is available if you hold a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist or business visa that has been used at least once (digital entry stamp not accepted), or permanent residence in the US, UK or an EU country, or residence in a GCC state. Otherwise apply for a visit visa through the KSA Visa platform / a Saudi mission.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival (FCDO; official eVisa terms).
Recent changes in Saudi Arabia.
- 2025-02-01 — One-year multiple-entry visit visas suspended for nationals of 14 countries (incl. India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Pakistan, Bangladesh); single-entry visas of up to 30 days only. Reported as temporary.
- 2026-07-01 — Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) introduced for UK citizens: multiple entries, up to 180 days; FCDO gives validity as 730 days. Announced by the Saudi MFA on 25 Jun 2026.
- 2026-06 — Customs declaration threshold for cash and valuables lowered from SAR 60,000 to SAR 40,000.
The short answers.
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Vietnamese citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Saudi Arabia.
How long can Vietnamese citizens stay in Saudi Arabia?
Depends on visa issued. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Vietnamese citizens apply?
Apply well ahead through a Saudi mission or the KSA Visa platform.
Where do Vietnamese citizens apply?
On the official site, ksavisa.sa. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Saudi Arabia visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.