Saudi visa
Saudi visa for New Zealand citizens
Citizens of New Zealand can get Saudi Arabia’s tourist eVisa online, or buy a visa on arrival. For budgeting this site assumes SAR 535 (≈ $143), about NZ$252; confirm your current visa route, total and validity before applying.
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Saudi visa for New Zealand passports at a glance
- Visa needed?
- Yes - tourist eVisa or visa on arrival
- eVisa cost
- illustrative SAR 535 (≈ $143), about NZ$252 incl. mandatory insurance
- Visa on arrival
- illustrative SAR 480 (≈ $128), about NZ$226
- Stopover visa
- Free with a Saudia or flynas ticket (about illustrative SAR 52.50 (≈ $14), about NZ$25 in charges)
- Validity
- One year, multiple entries, up to 90 days in Saudi Arabia
- Passport
- Valid for at least 6 months on arrival
How to apply for the eVisa
Apply on the official site
Use visa.visitsaudi.com. Other sites are agents that add fees.
Upload your details
Passport scan, a photo, your address in Saudi Arabia (your first hotel is fine) and travel dates.
Check the current total before payment
SAR 535 (≈ $143) is this site’s planning assumption, not a verified live quote. Confirm visa type, insurance, taxes and charges in the official checkout.
Get your visa by email
Often within minutes, but apply at least a few days before you fly. Keep a copy on your phone.
What the tourist visa covers
- Tourism, visiting family and friends, and events.
- Umrah outside the Hajj season (book through the Nusuk app). It does not allow Hajj.
- It does not allow work or study.
- Going on to other Gulf countries? Check their own visa rules for New Zealand passports.
Travelling as a group? The visa cost calculator totals the fee for everyone, in your currency.
What the New Zealand government advises
Official advice reviewed 23 October 2026. New Zealand advises Do not travel to Saudi Arabia and says New Zealanders should consider options for leaving when safe. Do not travel to RUH airport. Read the official source and country comparison before booking. Visa eligibility does not mean a trip is recommended.
Flights from New Zealand to Saudi Arabia
Compare fares into Riyadh, and check Jeddah and AlUla too if they suit your route.
Before you go
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Travel insurance
Check your entry-route cover and policy exclusions for current travel warnings, cancellation and activities. A quote does not guarantee cover.
Data eSIM
Install before you fly. Maps, ride apps and tickets all need data on arrival.
Riyadh airport pickup
Fixed-price driver waiting in arrivals at King Khalid International (RUH).
Questions travellers ask
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Yes. New Zealand passport holders need a tourist visa, which they can get online as an eVisa or on arrival at Saudi airports.
How much is a Saudi visa for New Zealand citizens?
The site uses illustrative assumptions of SAR 535 (≈ $143) for an eVisa and SAR 480 (≈ $128) for on-arrival permission. These are not verified current checkout quotes or proof of eligibility. Confirm the route, insurance and total for your own application before paying.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Saudi Arabia?
Up to 90 days within the visa’s one-year validity, with multiple entries.
Sources
Official and primary sources are preferred. Dates show when we last checked the linked information.
- New Zealand SafeTravel - checked 23 October 2026