Saudi e-Visa for Luxembourg Citizens
Luxembourg citizens looking to explore the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can apply for a Saudi e-visa. Saudi Arabia introduced the electronic visa in 2019. Since then, this streamlined process has attracted travelers worldwide to visit Saudi Arabia.
This article will discuss the Saudi e-Visa application process for Luxembourg citizens.
What is a Saudi e-Visa?
Saudi e-Visa is a digital travel permit that should be applied for and received online. 62 countries can apply for Saudi e-Visa. Those who apply for a Saudi e-Visa should also apply for Saudi travel Insurance. There are 4 types of Saudi e-Visas-
- Saudi Tourist e-Visa - For sightseeing, recreational
- Family & Relatives- For meeting friends, family & relatives
- Saudi Tourist/ Umrah e-Visa- To perform Umrah
- Saudi Business/events e-Visa- To attend Business, events, and conferences
Travelers can opt for one e-Visa type according to their intended purpose.
How to apply for a Saudi e-Visa for Luxembourg citizens
First, and foremost open the website of Online Saudi Visa. Check for eligibility. Please find the Saudi e-Visa application form. Start filling out the application form. Let’s see how to fill out the application form. Here is the application details -
- Personal Details- Family/last name, First and Middle Name, Gender, Date of birth, Place of birth, Country of birth, Email Address, Martial status, Country of Citizenship
- Passport Details- Passport Type, Passport Number, Confirm Passport Number, Passport Date of Issue, Passport Expiry Date
- Address Details- Home Address line 1, Home Address line 2 (optional), Town or City, State or Province or District, Postal / ZIP Code, Country of Residence, Mobile/Phone Number
- Travel and Employment Details- Purpose of Visit, Expected Date of Arrival, Profession, Expected Date of Departure
- Residence Address in Saudi Arabia- Address Type (Residential or Commercial), Name of Hotel (if Commercial), Name of Contact in Saudi Arabia (if Address Type is Residential), Residential Address
- Upload your scanned passport-style photo.
- Upload a Luxembourg passport that has at least six months of validity.
- Double-check the whole application. Tick the boxes after reading the “Applicant's Declaration” section.
- Select "Proceed to Payment." Carry a credit or debit card with you for the last payment.
- Press the "Submit" button.
Essential requirements to get a Saudi e-Visa for Luxembourg citizens
All the essential requirements listed below apply to all e-Visa types. These are the fundamental requirements. Please note that some e-Visa types may need additional requirements apart from the list below.
- Your Luxembourg passport that is valid for more than six months
- Your scanned passport-style photo
- Personal email address.
- Your Residence address
- Your intended purpose for visiting the country
- Financial Proof (pay paychecks, bank statements, etc.)
- Return Ticket
- Credit or debit card (for the final payments)
- Additional travel documents: (flight tickets, hotel reservations, etc.)
Additional requirements to get Saudi e-Visa types
As of now, only an Umrah e-Visa needs additional requirements apart from the fundamental requirements. Here is the list of extra requirements to obtain an Umrah e-Visa-
- A Saudi Umrah e-Visa can only be applied for by Muslims.
- If a visitor converted to Islam but does not have a Muslim name, they should prove their identity with a certificate provided by a mosque or other Islamic establishment.
- A meningitis vaccination record is necessary which should be issued more than three years and ten days before the trip to Saudi Arabia.
- Husbands, dads, or other male relatives known as mahrams must accompany women and children.
- It is necessary to obtain a marriage certificate for a woman or a birth certificate bearing the names of both parents for the child.
- To enter and exit Saudi Arabia, the Mahram must travel by air with his spouse and kids.
- A woman over 45 is allowed to travel for Hajj without a Mahram if she receives an official document from her Mahram allowing her to do so with the designated group.
What are the entry & exit points for Luxembourg citizens?
Saudi e-Visa holders can enter & exit through air, sea, and land. Here is the list of authorized Airports, Seaports, and Land borders-
Airports
- King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), Jeddah
- King Khalid International Airport (RUH), Riyadh
- Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), Medina
- King Fahd International Airport (DMM), Dammam
Seaports
- King Abdulaziz Port, Dammam
- Jeddah Islamic Port, Jeddah
- King Fahd Industrial Port, Jubail
- Yanbu Commercial Port, Yanbu
Land Border Crossings
- Saudi-Jordan Border
- Saudi-Iraq Border
- Saudi-Kuwait Border
- Saudi-UAE Border
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a Saudi Travel Insurance?
Travel insurance is necessary for all e-Visa applicants. It has the same validity as your electronic visa. The benefits include emergency medical care, hospitalization, and other services. Your insurance documents contain more information about travel insurance.
I am planning to travel to Saudi Arabia with my kid. Does he/she need a separate e-Visa?
Indeed. For your child, you need to apply for a Saudi e-Visa. Children under the age of 18 can only apply for an e-Visa with a parent or legal guardian, unlike in other nations. Not only that they should travel with their children to Saudi Arabia.
How long does it take to process an application form?
The application will take around 72 hours to process.
How can I get rid of my general doubts about the Saudi e-Visa?
Contact the Saudi e-Visa help desk to help with your queries. Or else go through the Frequently Asked Questions that cover almost all general doubts about the Saudi e-Visa.
Can Luxembourg citizens extend their Saudi e-Visa?
No. No one can extend their Saudi e-Visa. Saudi e-Visas are non-extendable.
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