Guyana Opens Saudi Visa on Arrival for Passport Holders
Guyanese passport holders can now seek Saudi visa on arrival or e-visa without holding a third-country visa, the foreign ministry said. The post Guyana Opens Saudi Visa on Arrival for Passport Holders appeared first on The Rio Times .
Guyana has introduced a new travel option to Saudi Arabia, allowing passport holders to obtain a visa on arrival or apply for an electronic visa without a US, UK, or Schengen visa. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Guyana is now the only South American country with this facility. Eligible travellers can apply directly for an e-visa or request a visa on arrival using their Guyanese passport and paying the applicable fee.
The new route covers Umrah, tourism, family visits, and other visits but excludes employment, study, residence, or Hajj travel. The ministry did not disclose visa fee, validity, permitted stay, health insurance, entry points, or processing times. The move follows intensified bilateral discussions with Saudi Arabia and aims to boost trade, investment, tourism, and people-to-people links between Georgetown and Riyadh.
However, travellers are advised to verify eligibility, fees, insurance, passport validity, and arrival procedures through Saudi Arabia's official visa platform or a Saudi diplomatic mission before booking. The ministry emphasized the need to check official Saudi channels for current information, as no Saudi government circular or bilateral agreement confirming the change was found.
Until Saudi Arabia publishes matching guidance, travellers might face questions at departure or on arrival. This diplomatic signal highlights the growing closer relationship between Guyana and Saudi Arabia in mobility, trade, and investment.
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