Good to know before your Saudi Arabia trip

Best timeNovember to March – cooler weather
Visa for IndiansTourist visa via Tasheer centres; eVisa with a used US, UK or Schengen visa
Flights from IndiaAbout 4–6 hours to Riyadh or Jeddah, non-stop from most major cities
Do Indians need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Indians holding a valid, used US, UK or Schengen visa can apply for the Saudi eVisa online or get a visa on arrival. Other Indian travellers apply for a tourist visa through the Tasheer visa centres in India with biometrics. A tourist visa allows Umrah outside the Hajj season but not Hajj.

What is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia?

November to March is the best time, with pleasant days for desert sights. June to September is extremely hot, though Red Sea resorts stay open.

How many days do I need for Saudi Arabia?

5 nights covers Riyadh and AlUla. With 6 to 7 nights you can add Jeddah and the Red Sea coast.

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