Saudi Arabia eVisa Requirements for Canadian Citizens
To apply for a Saudi Arabia eVisa, Canadian citizens are generally required to provide the following:
- Canadian passport bio page scan
- Recent passport-size photograph
The passport must remain valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Saudi Arabia.
FAQ: Is there an interview requirement for Canadian applicants?
No, tourist eVisa applications are fully online with no interview.
What is the Saudi Arabia eVisa?
The Saudi Arabia eVisa is an electronic travel authorisation that allows eligible Canadian passport holders to visit Saudi Arabia for leisure, Umrah, visiting family and relatives, or attending any event without applying through an embassy or consulate.
The application is completed online, and the approved eVisa is delivered by email.
Saudi Arabia eVisa Validity, Entry, and Stay for Canadian Citizens
The Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa generally offers the following:
Validity: Up to 1 year
Entry Type: Multiple entry
Stay Duration: Up to 90 days per visit
Saudi Arabia eVisa Application Process for Canadian Citizens
Complete the Application Form
Provide passport, travel and general details. Choose a processing option
Upload the Required Documents
Upload the passport bio page and photograph scan.
Pay the eVisa Fee
Pay the applicable fee using a credit or debit card securely online.
Receive the Approved eVisa
Once approved, the Saudi Arabia eVisa is sent to the applicant’s email address.
FAQ: Can Canadians use a digital copy of the Saudi Arabia eVisa at immigration?
A digital copy is often accepted, but printing a hard copy is recommended.
FAQ: Do Canadian permanent residents (non-citizens) qualify for the Saudi eVisa?
Only Canadian citizens qualify automatically. Permanent residents must apply based on the passport they hold.
Saudi Arabia eVisa Processing Time for Canadian Citizens
Applicants can choose from the available processing options:
Standard Processing
takes 1-2 Working Days
Rush Processing
takes 6 - 12 Hours. Faster processing
Super Rush Processing
takes 1 Hour. Fastest processing
Saudi Arabia eVisa Fee for Canadian Citizens
The total fee for a Saudi Arabia eVisa depends on the selected processing speed. Applicants can check the exact fee before submitting the application.
Saudi Arabia eVisa Application Tracking
The Saudi Arabia eVisa application can be tracked.
- By checking the registered email ID regularly, as all status updates are sent there
- By using the status tracker available on the application portal
- By contacting the Saudi Arabia visa support
Content Disclaimer: This information was last reviewed in June 2026. As immigration and travel requirements may change, we recommend confirming the latest details with the appropriate government authorities and airlines before travel.