Entry GuidanceWhat to know before travelling to Saudi Arabia
Use the section that matches your travel purpose and passport context.
01Tourist & Leisure
Visitor requirements
Valid passport
Appropriate Saudi visa application
Passport photograph
Travel details
Accommodation details
Supporting documents requested
Passport & documentsKenya is not currently among the passport nationalities listed for Saudi Arabia's standard tourist eVisa programme. Kenyan passport holders should therefore use the visa route applicable to their circumstances through Saudi Arabia's official visa services or Embassy. Eligibility can also differ for applicants holding qualifying visas or residence permits from certain countries. (Saudi eVisa)
02Business Travel
Business requirements
Valid passport
Business visa application
Passport photograph
Saudi business invitation
Saudi host/company documents
Employer/company documents
Passport Context
Kenyan passport holders
Kenya is not currently among the passport nationalities listed for Saudi Arabia's standard tourist eVisa programme. Kenyan passport holders should therefore use the visa route applicable to their circumstances through Saudi Arabia's official visa services or Embassy. Eligibility can also differ for applicants holding qualifying visas or residence permits from certain countries. (Saudi eVisa)
Kenyan residents using other passportsRequirements normally follow the passport used for travel. Confirm the application route for your nationality and Kenyan residence status.
04Application Route
How and where to apply
Through the official Saudi visa platform or the Saudi diplomatic mission according to the visa category.
Embassy / missionEmbassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia • Nairobi.
Processing guidanceProcessing varies by visa category, nationality, sponsor and whether additional documentation or authorization is required.
