Central African Republic passport → Saudi Arabia
Do Central African citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Central African passport holders need a visa for Saudi Arabia, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre. If you hold a US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
Apply on the official site: visa.visitsaudi.com
Heads-up: some sources list this route as eVisa.
What this means for your trip
- Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Central African passport holders who hold one of these documents can get eVisa instead:
- US visa
- UK visa
- Schengen visa
- UK residence permit
- EU / Schengen residence
Residents of GCC countries can apply for Saudi e-Visas online and residents of the United States , United Kingdom and European Union may apply for a visa on arrival
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Saudi Arabia at a glance
- Capital
- Riyadh
- Currency
- Saudi riyal (SAR)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +966
- Region
- Western Asia
Saudi Arabia for other passports
- Central African RepublicVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa on arrival90 days
United KingdomeTA180 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free
ChinaVisa on arrival90 days
SingaporeVisa on arrival90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Western Asia for Central African passport holders
Common questions
Do Central African citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Central African passport holders need a visa for Saudi Arabia, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
How long can Central African citizens stay in Saudi Arabia?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Central African citizens get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Saudi Arabia easier for Central African citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, UK residence, EU residence, Central African citizens get e-visa. Residents of GCC countries can apply for Saudi e-Visas online and residents of the United States , United Kingdom and European Union may apply for a visa on arrival
How many countries can Central African citizens visit without a visa?
49 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Central African Republic passport ranks #78 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.