Last checked: September 2026. Saudi family visit visa rules, fees and platforms change often. Always confirm the latest details on the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa platform and with the official visa centre in Pakistan before applying.
More than a million Pakistanis live and work in Saudi Arabia, and many want to bring their parents, spouse or children for a visit. The Saudi family visit visa makes this possible. Unlike a tourist visa, the process starts in Saudi Arabia, with the family member who lives there. This guide explains how the process works for Pakistani families, what it costs, and the rules to follow.
Who Can Use a Family Visit Visa?
The Sponsor (in Saudi Arabia)
The sponsor is the family member who lives in Saudi Arabia with a valid residence permit (Iqama). Sponsors usually need to meet certain conditions, such as an eligible job category and a minimum salary, so the sponsor should check their eligibility on the MOFA platform before starting.
The Visitors (in Pakistan)
Family visit visas are usually for close relatives, such as:
- Parents
- Spouse
- Children
- Other relatives, depending on the current rules and the sponsor’s eligibility
Fees in 2026
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| MOFA visa fee, single entry | SAR 300 |
| MOFA visa fee, multiple entry | SAR 500 |
| Digital and insurance service fees | About SAR 80 extra |
| Mandatory health insurance | Varies |
| Visa centre service fees in Pakistan | Varies |
The sponsor pays the MOFA fee in Saudi Arabia. The visa centre in Pakistan charges its own separate fees. Government fees are not refunded if the visa is refused.
Single Entry or Multiple Entry?
Saudi Arabia has restricted one-year multiple-entry visit visas for nationals of several countries, including Pakistan. In practice, Pakistani visitors should expect a single-entry visa unless the rules change. The length of stay allowed is printed on the visa, so always check it carefully when the visa is issued.
How the Process Works
Part 1: In Saudi Arabia (the Sponsor)
- Log in to the MOFA visa platform using an Absher account.
- Choose “Family Visit Visa” and enter the visitor’s passport details and relationship.
- Upload the documents, such as the visitor’s passport copy and proof of relationship.
- Pay the MOFA fee through SADAD using the application number.
- Get approval and send the approval or application number to the family in Pakistan.
Part 2: In Pakistan (the Visitor)
- Complete Enjaz registration, which is required for Saudi-bound travellers from Pakistan.
- Book an appointment at the official Saudi visa centre (VFS Tasheel) in Pakistan.
- Submit your documents and give biometrics at the visa centre.
- Collect your passport with the visa once it is issued.
Documents Checklist
From the Sponsor
- Copy of Iqama
- Copy of passport
- Printed MOFA approval or invitation
From the Visitor
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Recent passport-size photos with a white background
- CNIC copy
- Proof of relationship: Family Registration Certificate (FRC), Nikah Nama for a spouse, or birth certificate or B-Form for children
- Enjaz registration confirmation
- Health insurance covering the stay
- Polio vaccination certificate, which Pakistan requires for international travellers
Documents for children travelling without one or both parents may need a consent letter. Check the visa centre’s checklist for details.
Important Rules
- No work: visitors cannot work in Saudi Arabia on a family visit visa.
- Check your stay period: leave Saudi Arabia, or extend legally, before your permitted stay ends.
- Extensions: some visit visas can be extended from inside Saudi Arabia through the official government platform, for a fee. Do this before the visa expires.
- Never overstay: overstaying can lead to heavy fines, deportation and a future ban, and it can also cause problems for the sponsor.
- Umrah: visitors on a family visit visa can usually perform Umrah outside the Hajj season, after booking a permit through the Nusuk app.
Common Problems
- Sponsor not eligible: the sponsor’s job category or salary does not meet the requirements
- Relationship not proven: missing or unclear documents, such as an FRC that does not show the relationship
- Name mismatches: spelling differences between the passport, CNIC and MOFA application
- Skipping Enjaz: applications cannot proceed without Enjaz registration
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Saudi family visit visa fee?
The MOFA fee is SAR 300 for a single-entry visa and SAR 500 for a multiple-entry visa, plus service fees, insurance and visa centre charges.
Can Pakistanis get a multiple-entry family visit visa?
Multiple-entry visit visas have been restricted for Pakistani nationals, so most Pakistani visitors currently receive a single-entry visa.
Who applies, the sponsor or the visitor?
Both. The sponsor starts the process on the MOFA platform in Saudi Arabia, and the visitor completes it at the visa centre in Pakistan.
Can visitors perform Umrah on a family visit visa?
Usually yes, outside the Hajj season, by booking a permit through the Nusuk app.
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This guide is for general information only. For your own application, always follow the instructions on the official MOFA platform and the visa centre. If you notice any outdated information, please let us know.
Disclaimer: This guide is for general information only. Dream Visa Guide is not affiliated with the Government of Saudi Arabia or any visa application centre. Visa decisions are made solely by the Saudi authorities.
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