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Saudi Arabia visa process
Saudi Arabia visa process
Family Residence Visa (تأشيرة إقامة)
Family Residence Visa for Saudi Arabia
Those who want to live with their family in Saudi Arabia can apply for a 'Family Residency Visa'. Family Residency visas are available for the particular relatives of a person working in Saudi Arabia. we help in Saudi Arabia visa process in India.
Permitted relatives for Family Visa :
Spouses, sons under the age of 18 years old & unmarried daughters are allowed to get Family Residency visas. Authorization by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs must have been acquired by the sponsoring resident working in Saudi Arabia much before the applicant is applying for a visa.
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Requirements for Family Residency visas
Below mentioned are the requirements are only valid for Indians
- Original Passport valid for not less than six months.
- Saudi visa application form
- Two recent color photographs having white background.
- Online visa application
- Visa Approval Paper (Yellow Slip) from Ministry of Interior.
- Original marriage certificate and birth certificate
- A copy of spouse’s Passport & Iqama.
- For applicants aged 18 years old and over, PCC is required.
- For 15 years and above-aged applicants, Medical Fitness Report from GAMCA (for more details of Gamca Medical, Kindly browse https://v2.gcchmc.org/)
- Passport Copy of Sponsor
- A copy of Iqama approval or residence Visa Authorization
- Polio Certificate, In Case, applicant is of 12 years age.
Time Frame :
It takes normally 8-10 working days to get the visa stamped.
Start the Visa Process
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We have been a major player in the Saudi Visa stamping field in Delhi. Our agency helps you for getting Saudi Arabia visas under various categories. We help and guide our clients to fulfill all formalities to get a Family residence visa. We work directly with the Saudi Embassy in Delhi. If our clients have some difficulty in fulfilling the criteria set by the Saudi embassy, we help them to become eligible visa applicants.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a Saudi Residence Visa for Family?
A Saudi Residence Visa for Family allows expatriates in Saudi Arabia to bring their spouse, children, and dependents to live with them. This visa is issued under the sponsorship of the resident expatriate and is different from a visit visa.
2. How can I apply for a Family Residency Visa?
To apply for a Family Residency Visa, the resident expatriate must submit an application through the Saudi MOFA portal, provide attested marriage and birth certificates, and meet the salary and profession criteria set by the Saudi authorities.
3. What are the family residence visa requirements for Saudi Arabia?
The family residence visa requirements for Saudi Arabia include a valid passport, attested marriage and birth certificates, a medical examination report, a copy of the sponsor’s Iqama, and an employment contract that meets the minimum salary criteria.
4. Can I apply for a Family Residency Visa Saudi Arabia if I am a new resident?
Yes, a new resident can apply for a Family Residency Visa Saudi Arabia, but they must first obtain an Iqama, have a valid employment contract, and meet the profession and salary requirements before applying for their family's residency visa.
5. How long does it take to process a Saudi Residence Visa for Family?
The processing time for a Saudi Residence Visa for Family varies but usually takes between 2 to 6 weeks, depending on document verification, attestation, and approval from the Saudi authorities.
6. Can dependents work on a Family Residency Visa in Saudi Arabia?
Dependents on a Family Residency Visa in Saudi Arabia are not allowed to work unless they transfer their sponsorship to an employer and obtain a valid work permit from the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources.
7. What happens if my family residency visa application is rejected?
If your Family Residency Visa application is rejected, you should check the reason provided by the authorities, ensure all documents meet the requirements, and reapply. Common reasons for rejection include insufficient salary, incorrect documentation, or ineligible profession.
For more details, visit Saudi Visa Agency.
