Saudi Arabia Visa Photo
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Saudi Arabia Visa Photo Requirements
To apply for a visa to Saudi Arabia, you need one color photograph measuring 2x2 inches or 51x51 mm (the same size as a US passport photo). Remember that it must reflect your current and natural look. Thus, ensure you submit a picture taken in the last six months, free of digital alterations.
Here are other essential guidelines Saudi visa photos must meet:
| Criteria | Description |
| Background | Plain white with no other objects in the frame. |
| Quality | No blur, pixelation, or shadows. |
| Resolution | 300 DPI |
| Photo composition | Full frontal view, eyes leveled with the camera lens. The top of your shoulders must be visible. |
| Face positioning | The face must be square to the camera, with both ears and eyes visible. |
| Head measurements | 1.4 x 1.6 inches from the chin to the crown of the head (70–80% of the entire image). |
| Facial expression | Neutral, no smiling or frowning. Keep your eyes open and mouth closed. |
| Lighting | Lighting must be even in the whole picture. Under or overexposed photos are unacceptable. |
If you apply in person, attach the picture with tape, a paper clip, or one staple (in the corner of the photo, not across your face). Don’t use glue.
Note: Saudi Arabia offers several types of visas depending on the purpose of your visit, and you may need to submit more than one picture.
Saudi Arabia visa photo specifications
Let’s discuss additional requirements for Saudi visa photos.
First, remember that the purpose of visa pictures is to identify you accurately. That’s why you must ensure your facial features are clearly recognizable. If you want to use makeup, opt for a natural “less is more” approach. Leave sparkles, heavy contouring, highlighters, and fake eyelashes for other occasions.
Note that your entire face, including your ears and eyebrows, must be visible in the photo. So, if you have long hair, tuck it behind the ears or tie it. Facial hair is allowed if you wear it normally.
There’s no strict visa photo dress code. The only rule is that you can’t wear white, which will blend with the backdrop. Choose modest clothes in darker colors and without patterns.
Head coverings are acceptable only for religious reasons. As for accessories, it’s better not to wear any, as they could obstruct your face or cause glare—both of which could get your photo rejected. Saudi visa photo rules allow facial piercings as long as they’re not bulky or distracting.
Prescription glasses are allowed, but you must ensure that:
- There’s no glare or reflections in the lenses
- Lenses aren’t tinted (your natural eye color must be visible)
- Frames don’t cover your eyes or any part of the eyebrows
We suggest you remove the glasses or wear transparent contact lenses to avoid issues.
💡 Did you know? In Saudi Arabia, tourists are no longer required to wear a hijab or abaya. Still, you should dress modestly and even somewhat conservatively, especially in public.
E-visa specifications for Saudi Arabia
Many countries, including the US, are eligible for an electronic visa (e-visa). In this case, a digital image will suffice.
Your photo for an e-visa to Saudi Arabia must measure 200x200 pixels and be in a JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, or BMP format. When uploading it online, ensure the file size is 5–100 KB.
Does Saudi e-Visa need to be printed?
The immigration agents should have your visa details in their database. However, it’s best to print your Saudi Arabia e-visa and keep it on you.
How to Get a Saudi Arabia Visa Photo from Home
With our online service (PhotoAiD® for iOS or PhotoAiD® for Android), you can take compliant Saudi Arabia visa photos in a few taps—for you, your partner, and children of all ages.
How does our Saudi visa photo app work?
The process couldn’t be quicker and more intuitive. Here’s how to take a photo for a Saudi visa with PhotoAiD:
Upload a photo
Upload a self-portrait that meets these rules:
- Taken in the last six months
- Full frontal view with the top of your shoulders visible
- Dark-colored clothes with no patterns
- No blur, pixelation, or shadows on your face
- Neutral facial expression (no smiling) and looking directly at the camera
- Hair doesn’t cover any part of your face or eyes
- No head coverings or bulky or shiny jewelry
Alternatively, take a new photo following our in-app guide and upload it.
Watch the magic of artificial intelligence
Wait a few moments for our advanced AI algorithms to convert your image. The software will remove the background, adjust the image to the visa photo size for Saudi Arabia, and crop it.
Choose a delivery option
For your convenience, you can choose between an instant e-visa photo for $9.95 or four printouts for $11.95.
You’ll also get a free visa photo template you can print at a local store or at home. Remember to use high-quality photographic paper (matte or glossy).
Wait for an expert verification
Upon placing an order, one of our photography experts will check your image against all Saudi Arabia visa photo requirements. We’re available day and night, and the process won’t take long.
We guarantee the immigration office will accept your photo. So, we may ask you to retake a picture if it doesn’t comply with all regulations. But don’t worry—
You’ll get instructions on how to do it and a link to upload your new photo again for free.
Download your Saudi visa picture
Your Saudi Arabia e-visa photo will arrive in your inbox after you finalize the order. If you need printed photocopies, they will take ~2–3 days to arrive via mail.
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How to Upload a Photo for a Saudi Visa
Submitting a Saudi Arabia visa photo to an online application is simple:
- Create a free account on visitsaudi.com and log in.
- Click “Upload file” in the “Personal Picture” section.
- Select a visa photo from your device and upload it.
If your image doesn’t meet the requirements, you’ll see a message in red explaining the issue. For example, “Personal Image Size must be from 5 to 100 Kb.”
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Frequently asked questions
In most cases, you need only two documents to apply for an electronic visa for Saudi Arabia: a valid passport (there’s no six-month validity rule for US citizens) and a Saudi e-visa photo (a scanned or digital image).
You’ll also need to pay an application fee of SAR 395 (~$105).
Saudi Arabia's requirements for e-visa photos are as follows:
- Size: 200x200 pixels
- Resolution: 300 DPI
- File format: JPEG, JPG, PNG, GIF or BMP
- File size: 5–100 KB
According to the Saudi Arabia visa photo requirements, applicants should provide a 2x2 inches (51x51 mm) photo. If you apply for an e-visa, upload a digital image measuring 200x200 pixels.
It’s not required, but we recommend doing so. Immigration officers should have your visa details in the database. Still, having such a document on you is safer in case of unexpected events.
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