- Proof of Relationship – As mentioned, For Spouse:· Spouse name must be as per both the passports. If the spouses name is missing or inaccurate in either of the passport, then original marriage certificate or original nikah namah should be apostille from MEA or alternate documents attested by Royal Consulate General of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia must be mandatorily submitted.Relatives other than Spouse:· If mothers / fathers name is not mentioned in the passport, an alternate document is re-quired to confirm relationship proof with the Sponsor. Relatives other than immediate family:· A document confirming proof of the relationship between sponsor and applicant is required also in case of minors NOC is required.
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Visa support for reuniting families in Saudi Arabia
For individuals based in the India looking to visit immediate relatives in the Kingdom, or invite family members to join them temporarily, our dedicated visa team offers complete support for a compliant application process so family visits happen on time, without delays or rejections.
Who Can Apply?
The Family Visit Visa is a short-term, non-immigrant visa that allows Saudi residents to invite their immediate family members for a temporary stay. The visa is issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Saudi Arabia, and stamped in India via VFS Tasheel Centres.
This visa is ideal for:
Spouse (husband/wife)
Children
Parents or Parents-in-law
Siblings (in special cases)
Note: The family visit visa is not a residency visa and does not permit employment in Saudi Arabia.
Who We Serve
We assist clients from across India, including:
Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Kochi, Chennai, Pune, Ahmedabad, and Kolkata
Our services are ideal for:
Saudi-based professionals inviting family for short visits
Indian citizens visiting spouses, children, or parents working in Saudi Arabia
Multiple-entry or single-entry visit visa applications
Our Family Visit Visa Services from India include:
Application support on MOFA platform (KSA)
Guidance for invitation letter requirements
Attestation & Translation Support
Embassy appointment scheduling & documentation support
Visa Stamping & VFS Coordination
Required Documents for Saudi Family Visit Visa
We assist with collecting, preparing, and submitting the following documentation:
Validity not less than 6 months
At least 2 consecutive blank pages
The passport should not have any restrictions/conditions that prevents him/her from traveling).
- A copy of the first and last pages of the passport.
- Photocopies of passport pages containing any conditions, notes, visa data or stamp must be submitted.
- If applicants hold any previous passport, the same is required to be submitted in the original
- If the applicant has an existing valid visa in the same passport, regardless of the visa type, a visa cancellation form must be submitted.
- Copy of sponsors Passport
2inch x 2inch (51 mm x 51 mm)
Not older than 3 months
White background with frontal view
Copy of the sponsors Saudi ID / Iqama
Client Concerns We Address
No, family visit visas cannot be converted into residency (Iqama) visas. A separate family residency process is required through official sponsorship channels.
No medical test is required for a short-term family visit visa. However, health insurance is mandatory and must be purchased through approved Saudi insurance providers during the application process.
Usually valid for 30, 90, or 180 days depending on visa type. Multiple-entry visas can be valid for up to 1 year, allowing 90-day stays per entry (renewable once
Yes, minors can travel under a family visit visa, but must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Birth certificates and parental documents are required.
A multiple-entry family visit visa is usually valid for one year, allowing stays of up to 90 days per visit. The visa holder must exit and re-enter before each 90-day period ends.
The total cost includes:
MOFA visa fee
VFS service charges
Travel insurance
Translation (if needed)
We offer a detailed quote based on your case.
Indian citizens can be invited by a Saudi resident if they are spouse, children, parents, or parents-in-law. In some cases, siblings may be approved with additional justification.
