FRANCE
From the romantic streets of Paris, home to the iconic Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum, to the sun-soaked beaches of the French Riviera, there is no shortage of incredible experiences to be had. The country is also famous for its delectable cuisine, fine wines, and charming countryside, making it a paradise for food and wine enthusiasts. Whether exploring the chic fashion boutiques of Paris or marveling at the magnificent castles of the Loire Valley, tourism in France promises an unforgettable journey.
| GENERAL INFO | Saudi Passport | Expatriates with Saudi Iqama | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Need to apply visa though Embassy/Consulate | yes | yes |
| DOCUMENTS | Saudi Passport | Expatriates with Saudi Iqama | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application form | yes | yes |
| 2 | Passport should be valid more than 6 months from date of travelling with minimum three empty pages | yes | yes |
| 3 | Original Passport – need to be submitted in Embassy | yes | yes |
| 4 | Photo- Recent biometric photographs (35mm X 45mm) not older than 6 months with white background - (3 copies) | yes | yes |
| 5 | Travel Medical Insurance (Can be provided for additional cost) | yes | yes |
| 6 | Hotel Reservation | yes | yes |
| 7 | Number of Photo Required | 3 | 3 |
| 8 | Flight Reservation | yes | yes |
| 9 | Saudi Id Card Copy | yes | N/A |
| 10 | Iqama copies and Absher excerpt – English translated and valid minimum 6 months at time of application | N/A | yes |
| 11 | For employed individuals and their spouses - Employment letter/ Sponsor letter addressed to the Embassy stating the purpose of the visit, date of joining the company, job position and monthly salary and allowances of the applicant/ head of the family. The letter has to be attested by the Chamber of Commerce. Cost coverage by employer/ sponsor if relevant. In case of non-Saudi applicants also the duration of the contract has to be mentioned and whether it will be renewed. For self-employed individuals/ businessman - Commercial Registration For holders of diplomatic or special passports – Letter from Ministry of Foreign Affairs or respective Embassy | yes | yes |
| 12 | Original Bank Statements: Recent bank statements of the past 6 months proving the monthly salary transfer (if salary is not paid cash) and with sufficient funds available for the intended stay. If the salary is paid cash, salary slips for the last 6 months have to be submitted. The bank statements have to be stamped by the bank. For Saudi nationals bank statements of the past 3 months are sufficient. | yes | yes |
| 13 | For Students - School/College ID card copy to be submitted | yes | yes |
| 14 | Saudi Residential address proof | yes | yes |
| 15 | Exit & Re-Entry visa. Official excerpt of the Electronic Exit Re-Entry Visa (Absher/Muqeem) mentioning exact dates as per Gregorian calendar (Exit before …. /Return before …) and expiration date of the Iqama. | N/A | YES |
| OTHER DETAILS | Saudi Passport | Expatriates with Saudi Iqama | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duration of visa process from date of application | 15 working days | 15 working days |
| 2 | How well in advance i can apply | 3 months prior | 3 months prior |
| 3 | Applicant need to visit Visa office/Consulate/Embassy at time of Visa application | yes | yes |
| NOTES | Saudi Passport | Expatriates with Saudi Iqama | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visa process duration depends case to case | - | - |
| 2 | Lounge service at visa center and other VIP services also available | - | - |
France
8 Days Trip
SAR 3600
Starting Price
France –Switzerland
7 Days Trip
SAR 3900
Starting Price
France- Spain – Portugal
9 Days Trip
SAR 5800
Starting Price