COVID-19: Saudi embassies in certain locations resume accepting visa applications

IMPACT – MEDIUM

Saudi Arabia has resumed visa processing at embassies in nine Middle Eastern and North African countries.

Key Points:

• Saudi embassies in Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates have resumed accepting visa applications.
  • Algeria: Processing of all visa applications has resumed.
  • Bahrain: Processing of all visa applications has resumed.
  • Egypt: Processing of all visa applications has resumed except for work visas. Currently, work visa applications are only being accepted for doctors.
  • Jordan: Processing of all visa applications has resumed.
  • Kuwait: Processing of all visa applications has resumed.
  • Lebanon: Processing of visa applications has resumed, the types being processed still need to be confirmed.
  • Oman: Processing of all visa applications has resumed, except for tourist and transit visas.
  • Tunisia: Processing of all visa applications has resumed.
  • United Arab Emirates: Processing of all visa applications has resumed, except for tourist and transit visas.

Background: Saudi Arabia recently lifted entry restrictions for certain travelers, including foreign nationals with valid exit and re-entry visas, work permits, resident permits or visit visas, in September.

Analysis & Comments: The resumption of visa application processing at the Saudi embassies will allow greater movement of people into Saudi Arabia. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.

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