Saudi Arabia Visa for Green Card/H-1B Holders with Indian Passports: Documents, Cost & Processing Time
Available to Indian nationals holding a valid US, Schengen or UK business/tourist visa and having travelled on that visa at least once; physical visa stamp must be visible. Here is the full 2026 picture for Indians living in the USA: whether your residence helps, the cost in USD, documents, timings and how to apply from the USA.
VERIFIED · OFFICIAL SOURCE · 4 OCT 2026Saudi Arabia visa at a glance
Is this guide for you?
This page covers short tourist and family visits. Check all four.
Going for work, study or a long stay? Those need a different visa type. See the full Saudi Arabia visa guide.
Does living in the USA change anything?
Entry on this route depends on conditions set by Saudi Arabia.
Available to Indian nationals holding a valid US, Schengen or UK business/tourist visa and having travelled on that visa at least once; physical visa stamp must be visible.
No embassy step
≈ USD 155
Your Green Card/H-1B
Total cost for Indians in the USA
What you pay at Krosz checkout, per traveller, for a tourist visa.
| Item | INR | USD (approx.) | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government fee | ₹10,550 | USD 111 | No |
| Krosz service fee | ₹1,999 | USD 21 | Yes |
| GST (18%) | ₹2,259 | USD 24 | No |
| Total per traveller | ₹14,808 | USD 155 |
USD at ₹95.34 per USD (rates of 14 Oct 2026). Prices in effect from 8 Sept 2026.
How to apply from the USA
There is no embassy step. What matters is carrying the right papers.
- 1Check eligibilityKrosz confirms the route for you
- 2Prepare documentsReturn ticket, hotel, funds
- 3PayKrosz assistance fee
- 4FlyFrom the USA
- 5On arrivalVisa issued at immigration
When to apply
Apply at least 3 days before your flight.
Documents checklist
For the application
Keep ready for travel
Mistakes that cause problems
Visa decisions rest with the Saudi Arabia authorities. No service can guarantee approval.
Rules during your stay, and getting back
| How long you can stay | Up to 3 months per visit |
|---|---|
| Visa validity | Up to 1 year (multi-entry) |
| Entries | Multiple entry |
| Getting back into USA | H-1B, L-1 and other visa holders need a valid US visa stamp to return, so an expired stamp means a stamping appointment before you come back. F-1 students need a Form I-20 endorsed for travel by their DSO, a valid visa and a passport valid six months past re-entry. Green card holders can re-enter on a valid card after absences of less than one year. |
Questions Indians in the USA ask about Saudi Arabia
Do Indians living in USA need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Depends on your documents. Available to Indian nationals holding a valid US, Schengen or UK business/tourist visa and having travelled on that visa at least once; physical visa stamp must be visible.
How much does the Saudi Arabia visa cost for Indian residents of USA?
With Krosz the total is ₹14,808 per traveller (about USD 155), including the government fee, Krosz service fee and GST.
How long can I stay in Saudi Arabia?
Up to 3 months per visit
Can I apply from the USA?
There is nothing to submit to an embassy. Prepare your documents in the USA and carry them when you fly.
Is the Krosz fee refundable?
The Krosz service fee is refundable under the refund policy. Government fees and GST are not refundable.
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Source: Visit Saudi. Last verified 4 Oct 2026. Visa rules change often; your Krosz expert re-checks them before filing.