As of now, there is no official confirmation from the Saudi government regarding the suspension of multiple-entry visas for Indian passport holders whereas from KSAvisa website it can be verified that only single entry option is available for Indian nationality including other 13 nationality (Pakistan, Bangladesh, Algeria, Ethiopia, Jordan, Sudan, Iraq, Morocco, Yamen, Indonesia, Tunisia, Egypt, Nigeria).
It is also observed that for some country like Japan, South Korea..etc only Multiple entry option is available.
Recent reports indicate that Saudi Arabia has been actively enhancing its visa offerings to Indian travelers. the kingdom introduced multiple visa options, including Stopover Visas, eVisas, and Visas on Arrival, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen ties with India.
The reason of this action is not clear, whereas as per our conversation with MOFA customer care (920011114) representative they informed that it may be the part of advance preparation ahead of Hajj.
Saudi stopped multiple entry visa for these countries, In Below screen captures you can see that under number of entries "Multiple" option is removed for all aforesaid countries.
If you check other country, Like Nepal, then you can find both type of entries "Multiple" and "Single"
What's about those visa invitation which was under process and approved:
Since it is only applicable for new invitation issuance hence it shall not impact any visa invitation which is already issued and its not clear about those application which was under process (Submitted after chamber and under approval).
What dose single entry visa means:
Saudi single entry visa is valid for 90 days with 30 days stay period, It mean you can entry and exit Saudi one time only and can stay a maximum of 30 days (subjected to extension of another 30 days).
Validity of the visa will start from the date of issuance, applicant must enter saudi within 90 days from visa issuance.
Is any new documents required for Sigle entry visa or will have different fees:
Process, documents and fees will remain same as of Multiple entry visa.
When Multiple entry visa will start:
It is not know, most probably after Hajj 2025
While social media rumors suggest related new, there is no official confirmation to substantiate these claims. It is advisable to consult official Saudi government channels or authorized visa application centers.
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