Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., United States
The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C. is Saudi Arabia's largest diplomatic mission to the United States. It is located at 601 New Hampshire Ave NW.
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Embassy Address
601 New Hampshire Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
United States Telephone
- (202) 342-3800
Fax
- (202) 944-5983
Email
- [email protected]
Office Hours
- Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location Map
Website
Office website
Social Media
Services
The following is a brief listing of services offered at the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., United States.
- Process passport applications
- Process visa applications
- Notarize certain documents
- Legalization of documents
- Issuing emergency travel documents
- Registration of marriage, birth, and death
- Authentication of documents
Head of Mission
Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Ambassador
Common Visa Types
Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Saudi Arabia without a visa. The most common types of Saudi Arabia visas are the following.
- Business visa / Commercial visa
- Diplomatic and official visa
- Employment visa
- Family visit visa
- Government visit visa
- Hajj visa
- Residence visa
- Student visa
- Tourist visa
- Umrah visa
- Work visit visa
- Newborn visa
Umrah and Hajj Visas
Umrah and Hajj visas (pilgrimage) are specific types of visas issued by the government of Saudi Arabia for individuals who wish to travel to Saudi Arabia for the purpose of performing Umrah or Hajj, which are religious pilgrimages in Islam. Both Umrah and Hajj visas are typically issued through authorized travel agencies designated by the Saudi Arabian government. The requirements and procedures for obtaining these visas may vary.
Umrah Visa
An Umrah visa allows Muslims to visit the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah in Saudi Arabia to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. Umrah is a pilgrimage that can be completed at any time of the year. Umrah visas are typically valid for about two weeks.
Hajj Visa
A Hajj visa is issued for the purpose of performing the Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the five pillars of Islam and takes place during specific dates in the Islamic lunar calendar between Mid-Shawwal and the 25th Dhual-Qa'dah of each Hijri year. Hajj is performed in Makkah and its surrounding areas, and it is a mandatory religious obligation for Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey.
Work Visa
A Saudi Arabia work visa is issued to foreign nationals employed in the Kingdom, requiring sponsorship from a Saudi employer. The application process necessitates a valid passport, employment contract, academic qualifications, plus medical and police clearance. A pre-arrival medical exam is mandatory. The visa duration usually matches the employment term and is renewable. On arrival, obtaining an Iqama (residency permit) is essential. The visa is specific to the job and the employer, not transferable without legal steps. Dependents can join the visa holder in Saudi Arabia under a family visa.
Residence (Iqama) Visa
The Residence (Iqama) Visa in Saudi Arabia is a permit for expatriates to reside and work in the Kingdom. Issued after entering with a work visa, it requires employer sponsorship and is renewable annually. The Iqama allows holders to open bank accounts, obtain driving licenses, and conduct other legal transactions. It's tied to the specific employer and job, with family members eligible to join under a dependent's visa.
Besides Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., United States Saudi Arabia also has 4 representations in the following cities of United States:
- New York (Permanent Mission)
- Houston (Consulate General)
- Los Angeles (Consulate General)
- New York (Consulate General)
All diplomatic missions of Saudi Arabia in United States
Diplomatic missions of Saudi Arabia in neighbouring countries/regions of United States:
- Ottawa, Canada (Embassy)
- Mexico, D.F., Mexico (Embassy)
United States in Saudi Arabia
United States has 3 representations in the following cities:
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This page was last edited on 24 January 2023 at 01:07 PM (EST).