Want to stay longer in Saudi Arabia, legally? Be it family visits, business meetings, visiting the rich culture of the Kingdom, or Umrah activities, whatever be the purpose of your fourth consecutive week visit to the Kingdom, your multiple-visit visa need not be a hurdle. It will also grant you the possibility to extend it swiftly and legally online, and remain in the Kingdom, giving you more time to enjoy the Kingdom of everything that it has to offer.
In this guide, you will find out how to extend your multiple-visit visa in Saudi Arabia, the criteria, costs, policies, and step-by-step Absher procedure.
- Via Absher
- Via the Government’s official website
- Via Visit Jawazat (MOI) Office
- Through a Licensed Travel Agent
Method 1: Extend Online via Absher
Steps to Extend via Absher
1. Log in to Absher
- Go to the Absher web portal: https://www.absher.sa
- Enter your username & password.
2. Go to the “Extend Visit Visa” Service
- Click the Services appearing in the dashboard.
- Go to Passports.
- Choose the Extend Family visit Visa.
3. Select the Visitor
- The list below shows the family member or person whose visa you want to extend; select that person.
4. Review the Details
- Inspect the number in the passport, the number of the visa, and the dates of validity.
- Ensure that the information coincides precisely with the documents of the visitor.
5. Pay the Extension Fee
- The fee for the extension will be displayed by the system.
6. Confirm the Extension
- When payment is confirmed, enter the request.
Method 2 – Extend via the Saudi Government Services Portal
You can also get the visa extension even without logging in to Absher through the Saudi Government Services portal.
Steps to Extend via Government Portal
1. Go to the Official Portal
- Visit https://my.gov.sa.
- Do check that you are on the official, secure site (check the lock symbol in the browser).
2. Search for “Extend Family Visit Visa”
- The service may be found via the search bar on the site.
3. Read the Service Details
- The page will present you with eligibility rules, fees, and requirements.
- Be sure you qualify before you begin.
4. Click “Start Service”
- This will direct you towards the online form.
5. Select the Visitor for Extension
- Select the individual whose visa you would like to renew.
6. Review and Confirm Details
- Inquire about the information and file the request.
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Method 3 – Visit Jawazat (MOI)
The problem is that on occasion, the online systems may go down, or you may not have an Absher account. In which case, you have to go to the office of Jawazat ( Ministry of Interior ).
Steps to Extend via Jawazat
1. Prepare the Required Documents
You should carry along with you the following documents:
- Visitor passport-original passport.
- Scanned copy of the biodata page of the passport.
- A duplicate of the existing visit visa.
- Form (completed extension visa form available on Jawazat or online).
- Evidence of payment of the extension fee.
2. Book an Appointment (if required)
- Using Absher, locate Appointments, and within it select Passports, and finally Book New Appointment.
- Select a time and a date convenient to you.
3. Visit the Jawazat Office
- Come early and proceed to the counter at which the visa services are provided.
4. Submit Your Application
- Turn your paperwork over to the cop and ask for your extension.
5. Receive an Updated Visa
- When it has been approved, it will be renewed in the system or stamped in the passport.
Method 4: Through a Licensed Travel Agent
In the situation when you do not want to conduct the process with your own hands, it is possible to address the services of a licensed travel agent.
Steps to Extend via Travel Agent
1. Find a Licensed Travel Agent
- Ensure that the agent is cleared by the Saudi Ministry of Interior.
- Their license number can be requested.
2. Provide Required Documents
- Copy of travel documents (passport) of the visitor.
- Visa copy.
- The copy of your Iqama (where necessary).
- The extra charges of an extension fee and the service charges of the agent.
3. Agent Submits the Request
- It will be extended by the agent based on the MOI/Jawazat system.
4. Receive Confirmation
- When the extension of the visa is done, the agent will provide you with evidence.
Important Rules for Extending a Multiple-Visit Visa
- You have to extend-provided your visitor is a person with a valid health insurance.
- The extensions are normally similar to those of the initial visa.
- The negative outcomes can show up in overstaying, as this can lead to fines and subsequent prohibition of entry.
- The process should start at a lead time of 7-10 days before expiry.
Common Mistakes You Should Avoid
- Leaving it to the last day- (the system can refuse to accept late requests).
- Mispayment amount-Never miss to see the current extension fee.
- Submitting ambiguous documents- low-quality scans are some of the aspects that can hold up approval.
- Using unlicensed agents — Risk of fraud or rejection.
FAQ
Is Saudi Arabia a one-year multiple-visit visa?
Absolutely, there is a 1-year multiple-entry visit visa to Saudi Arabia provided.
What does a Saudi visa 3 months cost?
Approximately SAR 300 (and insurance and service fees).
Is renewing your stay possible on a tourist visa?
Yes, but only under the condition that such a type and rules of the visa permit; not all tourist visas can be extended.
How many times can a visa extension be done?
Most of the time, until you have exceeded the maximum stay limits (normally 180 days of stay per year with visit visas).
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Final Words
A multiple-visit visa can be extended easily in Saudi Arabia, provided one has followed the due procedure and has applied in time. The trick is to do it before your current visa expires, whether it be through Absher, going to a Jawazat office, using a licensed travel agent, or using the services on my.gov.sa. On the expiry dates, ensure that your documents are in place, pay the required fees, and apply at least one week before the expiry date to avoid some charges.
Keeping yourself aware and determining the most appropriate means that fits you will help you to have a smooth and twist-free extension in the Kingdom.
