A Saudi Arabia Business Visa allows UK-based professionals and company representatives to enter the Kingdom for meetings, conferences, negotiations, trade fairs, and other commercial activities. It does not permit paid employment — for that, a Saudi Arabia Work Visa and Iqama are required.
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Apply for Your Saudi Arabia Business Visa From the UK
Travelling to Saudi Arabia for meetings, conferences, trade fairs or commercial negotiations? Our London-based consultancy manages the full business visa application process — from invitation letter sourcing and Arab British Chamber of Commerce attestation to biometric appointment booking at the Saudi Visa Centre and free passport return by Royal Mail.
- Single, Multiple-Entry, 1, 2 & 5-Year Visas
- Free Next-Day Passport Return
- End-to-End Service · £145 Service Charge
Overview
What Is a Saudi Arabia Business Visa?
A Saudi Arabia Business Visa is a non-immigrant entry visa issued by the Saudi authorities that permits UK-based professionals, executives, and company representatives to enter the Kingdom for commercial purposes. It is designed for short-term business engagements rather than paid employment.
Typical activities permitted under a Saudi business visa include:
- Attending business meetings, negotiations, and client visits
- Participating in conferences, exhibitions, and trade fairs
- Exploring partnerships, joint ventures, and investment opportunities
- Conducting market research and feasibility studies
- Supervising contracted work or projects on behalf of your UK employer
- Attending training, workshops, or product demonstrations
If you intend to take up paid employment in Saudi Arabia, you will need a Saudi Arabia Work Visa and Iqama instead.
Who Needs a Saudi Arabia Business Visa From the UK?
You should apply for a Saudi Arabia business visa if you are:
- A UK citizen or UK resident travelling to Saudi Arabia for business activities
- A company director, executive, or sales representative attending meetings or trade events
- An investor exploring Vision 2030 opportunities or commercial partnerships
- A consultant or technical specialist supervising contracted work in the Kingdom
- A delegate participating in a Saudi-hosted conference or exhibition
Non-British applicants: If you are a non-British national applying through the UK, providing valid UK residency proof is mandatory at the time of application.
Visa Options
Saudi Arabia Business Visit Visa Options From UK
We process all categories of Saudi business visit visa, from short single-entry trips to long-term 5-year multiple-entry visas for frequent travellers.
Short-Term Visit
Single Business Visit Visa
Permits a single entry to Saudi Arabia with stays of up to 90 days. Ideal for one-off meetings, conferences, or exploring business activities in the Kingdom. When processed as a Saudi Business Visa Waiver through Continental Visa, the requirement to attend a biometric centre appointment can often be removed.
Frequent Travellers
Multiple-Entry Business Visa
Designed for travellers with repeated business engagements in Saudi Arabia. Available with validities of 1 year, 2 years, or 5 years. Requires a more detailed application process to ensure full compliance with Saudi immigration regulations and Arab British Chamber of Commerce attestation.
Which Option Is Right for You?
- One-off trip or first visit? The Single Business Visit / 6-Month visa is usually the most cost-effective.
- Travelling 2–3 times per year? The 1-Year or 2-Year Multiple Entry visa avoids repeat application costs.
- Frequent traveller or long-term partnership? The 5-Year Multiple Entry visa offers the best long-term value at £1,225 all-in.
Required Documents
Saudi Arabia Business Visa Requirements 2026
For a multiple-entry Saudi Arabia business visa application from the UK, the following documents are required. Our team reviews everything before submission and can source or prepare any items you do not already have.
Valid Passport
Must be valid for a minimum of 6 months and contain at least two blank pages. Non-British applicants must also provide proof of valid UK residency.
You provide
Passport Photographs
Two passport-style photographs with a white background, taken to standard biometric specification (35mm x 45mm).
You provide
Visa Invitation Letter
Issued by an authorised Saudi sponsor and subject to email validation. If you don't have one, Continental Visa can arrange the invitation letter on your behalf for an additional fee.
We can arrange
Supporting / Introduction Letter
A formal letter from your UK company (template available on request), stamped by the Arab British Chamber of Commerce. We can also prepare this letter on your behalf for an additional fee.
We can arrange
Arab British Chamber Attestation
Required authentication of your UK company's supporting letter. Continental Visa manages submission and collection directly with the Chamber.
We arrange · £75
Biometric Appointment (Saudi Visa Centre)
For multiple-entry applications, applicants attend a biometric appointment at the Saudi Visa Centre (VC Tasher) in London. We book the slot and meet you on the day.
We book
Important: The visa fee is payable directly at the Saudi Visa Centre (VC Tasher) and is not included in our service charge. Our optional Complete Visa Service bundles all elements together — including visa fee payment assistance — at a single package price available on request.
Our Process
How to Apply for a Saudi Business Visa From the UK
From initial enquiry through to visa issuance and free next-day passport return, here is how Continental Visa manages your multiple-entry Saudi Arabia business visa application.
Submit Your Documents
Send us your passport scan, photographs, invitation letter, and supporting letter (or request that we arrange any missing items on your behalf for an additional fee).
Document Review & Attestation
We review your full document set and arrange Arab British Chamber of Commerce attestation of your UK company's supporting letter, ensuring everything is in the correct format.
Online Visa Application
Our professionals complete the official Saudi online visa application on your behalf, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current Saudi immigration requirements.
Biometric Appointment
We schedule your biometric appointment at the Saudi Visa Centre in London and confirm the date and time with you in advance.
Meet & Greet at Visa Centre
A member of our team meets you at the Saudi Visa Centre on the day of your appointment with all the required documents, assisting you through the biometric process.
Passport Collection & Free Delivery
We fully manage passport collection on your behalf and arrange free next-day delivery via Royal Mail once your visa is issued.
Service & Pricing
Saudi Business Visa Fees & Services (2026)
Our pricing is fully transparent. Choose individual services — such as the standard service charge or supporting letter attestation — or opt for an all-inclusive package covering the full process plus the visa fee.
Service Charges
| Service | Description / Notes | Fee (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Continental Visa Service Charge | Standard service charge per application | £145 |
| Supporting Letter Attestation | Arab British Chamber of Commerce — required document authentication | £75 |
| Optional Invitation Letter | Sourced on your behalf when no Saudi sponsor letter is available | On request |
| Optional Introduction Letter | Prepared on your behalf using a Chamber-accepted template | On request |
| Visa Fee | Payable directly at the Saudi Visa Centre (VC Tasher) — not included | At centre |
| Complete Visa Service | All-inclusive package — service, attestation & visa fee assistance | Package — on request |
All-Inclusive Continental Visa Pricing
Our most popular option — a single fixed fee covering our service, attestation, and the Saudi visa fee — by visa type and validity.
| Visa Type | Description / Validity | Fee (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Month Single Entry / 6-Month Visa | Short-term stay option for one-off business visits | £399 |
| 1-Year Multiple Entry | Multiple entries permitted over 12 months | £750 |
| 2-Year Multiple Entry | Multiple entries permitted over 24 months | £775 |
| 5-Year Visa | Extended multiple-entry visa — best long-term value | £1,225 |
What's Included in Our Business Visa Service
- Full document review & eligibility check
- Online visa application completed on your behalf
- Arab British Chamber attestation of supporting letter
- Optional invitation letter sourcing (additional fee)
- Optional introduction letter preparation (additional fee)
- Biometric appointment booking at Saudi Visa Centre
- Meet & greet at the Saudi Visa Centre in London
- Passport collection on your behalf
- Free next-day Royal Mail delivery on visa issuance
- Real-time updates by phone, email & WhatsApp
Why Continental Visa
Specialist Saudi Visa Consultancy You Can Trust
Saudi Arabia is our principal area of focus. Our team works daily with the Saudi Visa Centre in London, the Arab British Chamber of Commerce, and Saudi sponsoring entities — resulting in faster processing, fewer rejections, and a smoother experience for our clients.
Complete End-to-End Service
From document preparation through to biometric appointment and passport return, we manage every step of the process.
Experienced & Trusted Team
Our consultants stay up to date with the latest Saudi immigration requirements and have processed thousands of applications.
Personalised Guidance & Support
A dedicated case handler reachable by phone, email, and WhatsApp from our central London office.
Fast & Reliable Processing
Documents prepared to exact specifications and submitted promptly, minimising the most common cause of delays.
Nationwide & International Reach
Based at 17 Hanover Square in London, we accept document submissions from across the UK and overseas by post, courier, or DHL.
Transparent Fixed Pricing
No hidden fees. Our all-inclusive packages clearly state what's included so you know exactly what you're paying for.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions — Saudi Business Visa
Answers to the most common questions about Saudi Arabia business visa applications from the UK. For case-specific guidance, please contact us directly.
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What is a Saudi Arabia Business Visa?
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How long can I stay in Saudi Arabia on a business visa?
A Single Business Visit visa allows stays of up to 90 days. Multiple-entry business visas are available with validity periods of 1 year, 2 years, or 5 years, with each individual stay subject to the visa's permitted duration — which is normally 90 days for British nationals. After 90 days you must exit the Kingdom. You can then enter again the same day or the next day, which will allow you to stay for a further 90 days.
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Do I need an invitation letter for a Saudi business visa?
Yes. A visa invitation letter from an authorised Saudi sponsor is a key requirement, and email validation is required. If you do not have one, Continental Visa can arrange the invitation letter on your behalf for an additional fee.
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Do I need to attend a biometric appointment in person?
For multiple-entry applications, yes — biometric enrolment at the Saudi Visa Centre (VC Tasher) in London is normally required. However, applicants for the Saudi Business Visa Waiver processed through Continental Visa can often avoid attending biometric centre appointments. We confirm which route applies during your initial consultation.
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What does the £145 Continental Visa service charge cover?
Our standard service charge of £145 covers preparing your online visa application, document review, biometric appointment booking, meeting you at the Saudi Visa Centre on the day, managing passport collection, and free next-day passport delivery via Royal Mail.
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What does the supporting letter attestation cost?
Supporting letter attestation by the Arab British Chamber of Commerce is £75. This is a required step for the multiple-entry Saudi business visa application, and we manage submission and collection on your behalf.
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How much is a 5-year Saudi business visa?
Our all-inclusive fee for the 5-Year extended multiple-entry Saudi business visa is £1,225. Other options: £399 for 3-month single entry / 6-month, £750 for 1-year multiple entry, and £775 for 2-year multiple entry. See our full pricing breakdown above.
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Is the Saudi visa fee included in your pricing?
Our standard £145 service charge does not include the visa fee, which is payable directly at the Saudi Visa Centre (VC Tasher). However, our Complete Visa Service package, and our All-Inclusive pricing tiers (£399, £750, £775, £1,225), bundle the visa fee together with our service charge and attestation in a single fixed fee.
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Can I apply if I'm not a British citizen?
Yes. Non-British applicants can apply for a Saudi business visa through the UK, provided they can supply valid UK residency proof (such as a BRP, EU Settled Status share code, or valid UK visa). We confirm specific document requirements based on your nationality during your initial consultation.
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Can you handle my application if I'm not based in London?
Yes. We accept document submissions from across the UK and internationally by Royal Mail Special Delivery, courier, or DHL. Visa processing is managed remotely with regular updates by phone, email, and WhatsApp — and your passport is returned by free next-day Royal Mail delivery.
Please note: applicants will still need to travel to London for the biometric appointment, as biometrics must be completed in person at the Saudi Visa Centre.
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What if my passport is non-British — do I need to do anything extra?
Yes. Non-British nationals must provide proof of valid UK residency at the time of application. Your passport must also meet the standard requirements: at least 6 months' validity and a minimum of two blank pages.
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Can I switch from a business visa to a work visa once in Saudi Arabia?
No. You cannot work in Saudi Arabia on a business visa, and you cannot convert a business visa into an Iqama from within the Kingdom. If you intend to work, you must apply for a Saudi Arabia Work Visa and Iqama separately, which we can also process for you.
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