Saudi Transit Visa (Stopover)

Saudi Transit Visa (96-Hour Stopover)

Saudi Arabia offers a free 96-hour transit visa for passengers transiting through Saudi airports. This generous stopover program allows travelers to explore Saudi Arabia for up to four days at no additional visa cost — perfect for discovering the Kingdom during a layover.

How It Works

1. Book a flight that transits through a Saudi airport (RUH, JED, DMM)
2. The transit visa is automatically generated for eligible passengers
3. Present your onward flight booking at immigration
4. Enjoy up to 96 hours exploring Saudi Arabia
5. Continue your onward journey

What You Can Do

During your 96-hour stopover, you can explore the city, visit tourist attractions, dine at restaurants, and shop. Saudia passengers are particularly eligible, and the airline often promotes stopover packages with hotel deals.