🇮🇷 Iran visa requirements for Saudi Arabian citizens

Entry rules for Saudi Arabia passport holders

Holders of a valid passport from Saudi Arabia can travel to Iran for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 15 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.

The 15-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in Iran, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.

Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Iran immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.

How this compares

The Saudi Arabian passport ranks #100 worldwide, opening 87 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (52 visa-free, 31 with a visa on arrival and 4 with an eTA). Iran is one of them.

This is not reciprocal — traveling the other way, Iranian citizens need to arrange entry to Saudi Arabia in advance (visa required).

Across Southern Asia as a whole, 6 of 9 destinations are open to Saudi Arabian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.

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