🇸🇦 UK ETA for Saudis
Saudis need ETA from 2024-02-22
✓ Yes, Saudis need UK ETA
Cost: £16 (60 SAR) · Validity (years): 2 years · Processing: 3 days
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Official fee is only £16. Fake sites charge much more.
Official fee is only £16. Fake sites charge much more.
£16
Cost
2
Validity (years)
6
Max Stay (months)
6-7h
Flight Time
What Saudis need to know
UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) is a digital travel permit required for visa-exempt visitors. Similar to the US ESTA or Canada eTA, it allows multiple visits of up to 6 months each.
✈️ Flight Time
Saudi Arabia → London: 6-7h
Main Airports:
Riyadh (RUH), Jeddah (JED)
Average price: £350
🏛️ UK Embassy
Riyadh:
PO Box 94351, Riyadh 11693
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Saudis need UK ETA?
Yes. From 2024-02-22, all Saudi Arabia citizens need an ETA (£16) to visit the UK for tourism, business, or transit.
How much does UK ETA cost for Saudis?
The official UK ETA costs £16 (60 SAR). Beware of scam websites charging much more.
How long does UK ETA take for Saudis?
Most UK ETA applications are approved within 24 hours. The maximum processing time is 3 working days.
How long can Saudis stay in UK with ETA?
UK ETA allows stays of up to 6 months per visit. The ETA is valid for 2 years with multiple entries.
Can Saudis work in UK with ETA?
No. UK ETA is for tourism, business meetings, and transit only. You cannot work, study long-term, or access public funds with an ETA.
⚠️ Not a government website
ETAcheck is an independent information service. We are NOT affiliated with the UK Government, Home Office, or any official body. We do not process applications. All applications must be made through the official GOV.UK website.
Sources: Information based on GOV.UK, UK Home Office, and IATA Travel Centre.
Last updated: 2024-12-28
ETAcheck is an independent information service. We are NOT affiliated with the UK Government, Home Office, or any official body. We do not process applications. All applications must be made through the official GOV.UK website.
Sources: Information based on GOV.UK, UK Home Office, and IATA Travel Centre.
Last updated: 2024-12-28