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Saudi Arabia Work Visa
Saudi Arabia Work Visa
Processing time: 2-4 weeks
تأشيرة العمل السعودية في لندن
تُعد تأشيرة العمل في المملكة العربية السعودية مطلبًا أساسيًا للمواطنين الأجانب الذين حصلوا على وظيفة لدى شركة داخل المملكة. تمنح هذه التأشيرة الإذن القانوني للإقامة والعمل في السعودية لفترة محددة، غالبًا ما تكون مرتبطة بشروط عقد العمل.
من يحتاج إلى تأشيرة عمل سعودية؟
يجب على أي شخص ليس مواطنًا سعوديًا ويرغب في العمل داخل المملكة أن يحصل على تأشيرة عمل سارية. ويشمل ذلك:
المهنيين الذين تلقوا عرض عمل من شركة سعودية
العمال المهرة والفنيين والاستشاريين
الموظفين المنتقلين إلى المملكة ضمن مهام عمل دولية
الأفراد المتقدمين للعمل ضمن برامج التوظيف في القطاعين الحكومي أو الخاص
ملاحظة: لا تسمح تأشيرة الزيارة الاعمال بمزاولة عمل مدفوع الأجر. تأشيرة العمل مطلوبة لأي وظيفة مدفوعة أو مهمة طويلة الأمد.
Saudi Arabia Work Visa (in United Kingdom)
A Saudi Arabia Work Visa is a mandatory requirement for foreign nationals who have secured employment with a company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It grants legal permission to live and work in the country for a specified period, usually tied to the terms of the employment contract.
Who Needs a Saudi Work Visa?
Anyone who is not a Saudi citizen and intends to work in Saudi Arabia must obtain a valid work visa. This includes:
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Professionals who have received a job offer from a Saudi-based company
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Skilled workers, technicians, and consultants
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Employees relocating as part of an international assignment
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Individuals applying through government or private sector employment programs
Please note: A business visa does not permit paid employment. A work visa is required for any paid role or long-term assignment.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
Saudi embassy is operating as usual in United Kingdom
Can I bring take my Family with me?
Important Notes:
Family Residence Visa
Yes, if you are travelling to Saudi Arabia on a valid work visa, you can apply to bring your immediate family members—such as your spouse and children—through a family residency (dependent) visa, commonly referred to as a “Iqama for Dependents.”
However, this is a separate application process and is subject to specific requirements, including:
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A valid work visa and Iqama for the primary applicant (employee)
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Proof of marriage (for spouse) and birth certificates (for children), all attested by relevant authorities and the Saudi Embassy
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Evidence of sufficient salary/income level to support dependents
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Medical examinations for all family members may also be required
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Accommodation details in Saudi Arabia
At Saudi and Gulf Visa Services (SVGS), we can assist you not only with your Saudi work visa but also with the dependent visa applications, document attestation, and guidance on the relocation process for your family.
Bringing your loved ones to Saudi Arabia can be smooth and stress-free with the right support and preparation.
1. Employment Without a Work Visa Is Illegal
Foreign nationals must not engage in any paid employment in Saudi Arabia without holding a valid work visa and Iqama (residency permit). Working on a business visit visa or tourist visa is strictly prohibited and may result in fines, deportation, and a ban from re-entry.
2. Document Attestation Is Mandatory
All educational and professional certificates submitted as part of your work visa application must be attested by the relevant authorities in your home country and the Saudi Embassy. Applications with unverified or incomplete documentation will be delayed or rejected.
3. Medical Examination Required
Before a Saudi work visa can be granted, applicants must complete a medical examination at an approved clinic. The results must show that the individual is fit for work and free from communicable diseases.
4. The Work Visa Is Linked to a Specific Employer
Your Saudi work visa is tied to the sponsoring employer listed in your application. You cannot switch jobs or work for another company without going through the proper transfer and sponsorship change procedures within Saudi Arabia.
5. Processing Times May Vary
While Saudi and Gulf Visa Services (SVGS) works to expedite every case, visa processing times can vary depending on the employer, embassy requirements, and documentation quality. We recommend applying well in advance of your intended travel date.