Saudi Nationals Are Visa-Exempt for Turkey

Turkey's official Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa information page currently states that Saudi Arabia ordinary and official passport holders are exempt from visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Because Turkey rules vary heavily by nationality, expatriate residents in Saudi Arabia should not rely on their Iqama alone. Their passport nationality decides whether they need an e-Visa, embassy visa, or are visa-exempt.

Who Needs What?

Saudi NationalsVisa-free short visit
ExpatsNationality-based
Official Siteevisa.gov.tr

Saudi passport holders

Can enter Turkey visa-free for eligible tourism or business visits up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Expat residents in Saudi Arabia

Must check their passport nationality on the official e-Visa or MFA pages. Some nationalities qualify for e-Visa, some require embassy visas, and some are visa-exempt.

Typical Travel Documents

  1. Valid passport with enough validity for the intended trip.
  2. Return or onward flight booking.
  3. Accommodation details or invitation letter.
  4. Proof of funds for the stay.
  5. Valid Saudi Iqama for expatriate residents.
  6. Valid supporting visa or residence permit if required for your nationality's e-Visa eligibility.

How VisaVerse Helps

  1. Check nationality route.
    We verify whether you are visa-exempt, e-Visa eligible, or need embassy submission.
  2. Review documents.
    We check passport, Iqama, bookings, and supporting visas or permits if needed.
  3. Prepare e-Visa or embassy file.
    For eligible applicants, we guide the e-Visa. For others, we prepare the consular file.
  4. Pre-travel check.
    We make sure your entry documents match your travel dates and passport details.

FAQs

Do Saudi nationals need a Turkey visa?

No for eligible short visits. Turkey's official MFA currently lists Saudi ordinary and official passport holders as visa-exempt for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Do expats in Saudi Arabia need a Turkey visa?

It depends on passport nationality, not Saudi Iqama alone. VisaVerse checks your exact route.

Is evisa.gov.tr the official portal?

Yes. The Turkish MFA refers applicants to the official e-Visa website at evisa.gov.tr.