Saudi Arabia Work Visa Application From London

Applying for a Saudi Arabia Work Visa from London is a mandatory step for UK residents, British citizens, and foreign nationals living in the UK who have secured employment in the Kingdom. Whether you hold a UK passport or live in the UK under residency status, a Saudi Work Visa is required before travelling, as it grants legal permission to live and work in Saudi Arabia under an Iqama (residency permit). Applicants applying from the UK, including London applicants and UK-based companies sending staff to Saudi Arabia, must complete a structured process that includes Embassy submissions, document verification, medical reports, and official approvals tied to the Saudi employment contract.

WHO NEEDS A SAUDI WORK VISA?

A Saudi Arabia Work Visa is required for:

• UK residents who have been offered employment in Saudi Arabia

• British citizens relocating to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, NEOM, or other regions for work

• Foreign nationals living in the UK who have secured a Saudi job contract

• London applicants travelling to Saudi Arabia for long-term employment

• UK-based companies sending staff to Saudi Arabia on official work assignments

• Professionals hired by Saudi government or private-sector organisations

• Skilled technicians, consultants, engineers, medical staff, and specialists

• Employees deployed from UK headquarters on international mobility programs

A business visit visa does not allow paid work or long-term assignments. Any paid role requires a Saudi Work Visa.

KEY BENEFITS OF APPLYING THROUGH OUR LONDON OFFICE

Applicants in the UK—especially London applicants and professionals holding a UK passport—benefit from:

• Full support through every stage

• Embassy submission and collection on your behalf

• Professional document preparation and attestation

• Fast processing for UK-based businesses sending employees

• Direct guidance for foreign nationals living in the UK

• Specialist support with Iqama-linked documentation

FAQS — Saudi Arabia Work Visa for UK Applicants

1. Do UK residents need a Saudi Work Visa?

Yes. All UK residents, including British citizens and foreign nationals living in the UK, must obtain a Saudi Work Visa before travelling if they intend to work in the Kingdom.

2. Can I apply for a Saudi Work Visa if I hold a UK passport but live outside London?

Yes. While our main submission office is in London, applicants applying from the UK can submit their documents from anywhere in the country via secure courier.

3. Do UK-based companies sending staff to Saudi need to provide documents?

Yes. UK-based companies sending staff to Saudi Arabia must issue a company support letter, provide employment assignments, and confirm employee deployment details.

4. Can foreign nationals living in the UK apply for a Saudi Work Visa?

Absolutely. As long as you have valid UK residency status, you may apply through the Saudi Embassy in London.

5. Can a business visit visa be used instead of a work visa?

No. A business visa does not allow paid employment. Any paid, long-term, or contractual role requires a Saudi Work Visa.

6. How long does the work visa process take for London applicants?

Processing times vary depending on Embassy intake, but most London applicants and UK residents receive their visa within several working days once all documents are correctly submitted.

7. What happens after I arrive in Saudi Arabia?

Your employer will complete the Iqama (residency permit) process, medical check, and local registrations required for legal employment.