Upon arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, travelers arriving on international flights will have to pass through the Saudi passport platforms (Saudi Customs), as the area includes special platforms for “first-time arrivals” and platforms for “visitor arrivals with multiple entry visas" and "residents” in addition to a special platform for Saudi citizens and citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (GCC).

 

Required documents 
To ease procedures inside the airport, you must know the following information before landing at King Abdulaziz International  Airport:

- Make sure that you have all your documents and papers before traveling and landing on the Kingdom's territory.

 - Saudi citizens and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries must hold valid ID cards or a valid passport upon arrival.

-A visa is required to enter Saudi Arabia (except for citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and holders of Saudi residency), as it is advised to review your documents with a travel agent or go to the nearest Saudi Embassy or Consulate before traveling.

 

To learn more about obtaining a Saudi visa, you can visit the website of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

Https://visa.mofa.gov.sa​

Or visit the website of the General Directorate of Saudi Passports

https://www.gdp.gov.sa​

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