Up to 90 Days Stay Per Visit
Perform Umrah via Nusuk App
24-48 Hrs eVisa / Express Stamping
Doorstep Service Across Chennai
Under the visionary Saudi Vision 2030 tourism initiative, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has opened its doors wide to international travelers. Whether you wish to explore ancient UNESCO wonders in AlUla, experience the buzzing metropolitan skyline of Riyadh, stroll through historical Al Balad in Jeddah, relax along pristine Red Sea coastlines, or perform Umrah and visit Madinah on a flexible leisure visa—obtaining a Saudi Tourist Visa from India in Chennai is now simpler than ever.
Based in Kodambakkam / Choolaimedu, Chennai, AK Travel Services has served as Chennai's premier travel and consular visa agency for over 15 years. We provide end-to-end guidance for instant online eVisas (for US/UK/Schengen visa holders), standard 1-Year Multiple Entry Consular Tourist Visas, mandatory MOFA travel health insurance, Nusuk app registration, and complete TasHeel biometrics scheduling.
Depending on your passport credentials and travel itinerary, AK Travel Services processes all official tourist visa categories sanctioned by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism:
The most popular and versatile visa for frequent travelers, tourists, and pilgrims wishing to enter Saudi Arabia multiple times a year.
Fast-track approval within 24–48 hours for Indian passport holders holding eligible western tourist visas or GCC residency.
For regular Indian citizens without western visas, processed via the TasHeel visa application network and Saudi Consulate.
One of the greatest advantages introduced under Saudi Arabia's progressive tourism reforms is that Indian citizens holding a valid Saudi Tourist Visa are officially permitted to perform Umrah in Makkah and visit the sacred Rawdah Sharif at the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah.
Unlike traditional Umrah visas that carry rigid group restrictions and fixed itineraries, a Saudi Tourist Visa gives you total freedom to travel independently, visit family members across Saudi Arabia, combine religious pilgrimage with sightseeing in Taif, Jeddah, or Riyadh, and stay up to 90 days.
| Feature | Saudi Tourist Visa | Standard Umrah Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Validity | 1 Year (Multiple Entry) | 90 Days (Single Entry) |
| Stay Duration | Up to 90 Days Per Visit | Up to 90 Days Single |
| City Travel | All Saudi Cities Freely | Primarily Makkah & Madinah |
| Group Rules | Independent Travel | Often Bound to Group Package |
From vibrant futuristic metropolises to 2,000-year-old Nabataean ancient tombs and pristine Red Sea corals, Saudi Arabia offers world-class attractions:
Explore Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site with monumental carved tombs and Elephant Rock.
Experience Kingdom Centre, modern Boulevard City, historical Diriyah, and world-class luxury shopping.
Stroll through the historic coral-stone houses of Al Balad, the Jeddah Corniche, and the King Fahd Fountain.
Discover misty mountain peaks, lush green terraces, cool climates, and the traditional Rijal Almaa heritage village.
AK Travel Services simplifies the entire procedure from document pickup in Chennai to final visa approval:
We review your passport, travel itinerary, and western visa validity to determine the quickest visa route.
We generate your official Enjaz application on the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs consular portal.
Government-mandated emergency health insurance (Tawuniya / Bupa) is issued and linked to your visa.
Instant digital issuance for eVisa holders or TasHeel biometric slot coordination in Chennai for sticker visas.
Approved Saudi Tourist Visa delivered to your email or physical stamped passport delivered to your home.
Review the exact documents and processing timelines for Indian applicants applying from Chennai:
| Visa Category | Primary Documents Required | Eligibility Criteria | Processing Time | Stay & Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Saudi eVisa (Waiver Route) | Passport copy + Photograph + Copy of valid US/UK/Schengen visa with entry stamp | Indians with valid, used US/UK/Schengen or GCC Iqama | 24 – 48 Hours | 1 Year Multiple Entry (90 Days per visit) |
| Consular 1-Year Tourist Visa | Original passport + 2 photos (white background) + Return ticket + Hotel booking | All Indian passport holders (TasHeel appointment) | 4 – 7 Working Days | 1 Year Multiple Entry (90 Days stay) |
| Single Entry Consular Tourist Visa | Original passport + 2 photos + Flight itinerary + Hotel voucher + Bank statement | Indian tourists seeking short-stay holiday | 4 – 6 Working Days | 3 Months Validity (30 Days stay) |
| Saudi 96-Hour Stopover Visa | Passport copy + Confirmed Saudia / Flynas flight ticket + Hotel voucher | Transit passengers through Saudi international airports | Instant / 24 Hours | 96 Hours Stay (Umrah permitted) |
Planning an overseas trip should be exciting, not stressful. You do not need to battle Chennai traffic or navigate complicated embassy portals. AK Travel Services provides free, insured doorstep document collection and return delivery directly to your home or workplace across Chennai.
Every passport handled by AK Travel Services is logged into our secure tracking database and stored in fireproof, biometric-protected lockers. We operate direct courier links between our Chennai center and the Saudi Consulate desks to ensure flawless reliability.
Direct Office Submission:
No: 20/26, Ground Floor, Zakria Colony Main Road, Near Kodambakkam Over Bridge, Choolaimedu, Chennai - 600 094.
Easily accessible office near Kodambakkam Over Bridge. Walk in for instant eligibility checks and personalized consultation.
Our rigorous pre-screening of passport details, photo specifications, and hotel vouchers eliminates common rejection triggers.
Facing tight travel deadlines? We expedite online eVisas within 24 to 48 hours and fast-track TasHeel biometrics in Chennai.
Transparent itemized quotes including MOFA visa fees, mandatory KSA health insurance, and handling charges with no hidden surprises.
Receive proactive milestone updates via SMS and WhatsApp whenever your application clears Enjaz, insurance, and embassy approval.
Beyond visas, we book flights from Chennai to Jeddah/Riyadh, arrange luxury or budget hotels in Makkah and Madinah, and arrange foreign currency.
Clear answers to frequent questions regarding Saudi Tourist Visa applications from India in Chennai: