Saudi Arabia Family Residence Visa from Belgium
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Expat family relocation to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s residency system permits expatriates working in the Kingdom to sponsor their immediate family members under a family residence visa, commonly known as a dependent Iqama.
For Belgian citizens and residents with loved ones in Saudi Arabia, we offer professional, end-to-end support for family residence visa applications, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of every step, from invitation issuance to embassy processing.
Who Is Eligible for a Family Residence Visa?
This visa allows foreign workers in Saudi Arabia to sponsor their spouse, children, or sometimes parents, provided they meet salary and job title criteria.
We support:
Belgian nationals with immediate family working in Saudi Arabia
Foreign nationals legally residing in Belgium
Saudi residents wishing to sponsor family members from Belgium
Our Saudi Family Residence Visa Services (Belgium-Based)
- Eligibility Assessment
- MOFA Application & Visa Authorization
- Document Attestation & Translation (Belgium)
- Medical Test Support
- Saudi Embassy Visa Submission (Brussels)
Processing Timeline
- 10 to 20 working days (approx. 2–4 weeks), depending on document readiness, embassy appointments, and the applicant’s profile.
We recommend starting the process at least 1 month in advance to avoid delays.
Documents Required for Residence Visa (Belgian Applicants)
The documents generally required include:
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.
2inch x 2inch (51 mm x 51 mm
Not older than 3 months
White background with frontal view
- For Non-Belgian, EU citizens, an original Council registry proof (The BRP Extract) not older than 3 months is required – For Non-Belgian, Non-EU citizens, an original Residence permit is required
- Approval of the Saudi Ministry of Interior/Ministry of Foreign Affairs with Visa Number.
- Original medical examination report stamped or signed by the hospital or the laboratory; the report has to include all results as requested in the “Medical Report” form. The Report must be legalized by the Ministry of Health and Apostille from the Court in Belgium) (for applicants from 12 years and above). -Not older than 3 months
- Proof of relationship (Marriage Certificate of married ones, Birth certificate for children) with Apostille from the Court in Belgium.
- Copy of iqama of sponsor in KSA.
- For Non-Belgian, Non-EU citizens: An Original residency permit ID.
- Original vaccination books of children below 12 years.
- Original criminal record issued by belgian authorities with Apostille from the Court in Belgium. (Not required for women) -Not older than 3 months
- One copy for all the original documents. Residence visa of following is issued directly from the Embassy (without issuing permit for the same from concerned department of KSA). a. Families of some senior officials and specialists (University teachers and professors) have work visa of KSA to accompany their families at the time of travel. b. Children below one year of age, when coming with their mothers to reside in KSA.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Spouses, children, and sometimes parents of expats working in Saudi Arabia can apply, provided the sponsor meets salary and job role conditions.
Yes, Belgian citizens can apply for a dependent Iqama if they are being sponsored by a family member working in Saudi Arabia with a valid residency permit.
Yes. The sponsor in Saudi Arabia must first obtain a MOFA visa authorization number before the family can begin the application process from Belgium.
Once MOFA approval is ready and documents are submitted, visa processing at the Saudi Embassy in Brussels takes 5 to 10 working days. The full process including medicals and attestation may take 2–3 weeks.
Yes, vaccination records may be required during the medical exam, especially for children.
Yes. Adult applicants must complete a medical test from a clinic authorized to issue reports acceptable in Saudi Arabia.
Yes. Children with dependent Iqamas are allowed to attend school and access healthcare services in Saudi Arabia.
No. Dependent visa holders are not permitted to work unless they receive a work permit and transfer sponsorship to an employer.
