Immigration News - Business travel, Global mobility, Middle East and North Africa, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia | Temporary suspension of short-term visas Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) April 9, 2025 Saudi Arabia has announced a temporary suspension of short-term visas for 14 countries to help regulate the flow of travel during the busy Hajj season. Key Points: The suspensions apply to nationals of Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sudan, Tunisia and Yemen. All short-term visas will be put on hold for the impacted countries, including business visit visas, e-tourist visas and family visit visas. The suspension period begins April 13, 2025. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group. Copyright © 2025 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.
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