Saudi Arabia extends visa validity for stranded visitors until April 18

Saudi Arabia announced on Wednesday the extension of visitors' visas until April 18 for those who were unable to depart the Kingdom due to the ongoing regional situation after the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran. According to a statement from Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior on X, it began processing the status of visa holders—covering all types of visit visas, Umrah, transit, and final exit visas—that expired as of February 25 for those unable to leave due to the current situation in the region. "The beneficiary can go directly to the departure port, where their departure procedures will be completed with ease and simplicity, without the need for any prior measures," the statement read. Frequently Asked Questions For completing the procedures of visa holders whose visas expired as of 8/9/1447 AH, corresponding to 25/2/2026 AD, and who were unable to depart the Kingdom due to the current situation in the region. pic.twitter.com/ssqiVIOp0w — وزارة الداخلية 🇸🇦 (@MOISaudiArabia) March 25, 2026 It added that the service did not require the payment of any fees for beneficiaries wishing to depart directly. "These procedures will continue until 1 Dhul-Qa'dah 1447 AH, corresponding to April 18, 2026 AD. Beneficiaries are required to depart before this date to benefit from this service," the ministry added