Saudi general directorate of passports Makes It Easy for Non-Saudis to Stay in the Kingdom

The Saudi General Directorate of Passports (GDSP) provides a variety of services to non-Saudis in 2023, including:

Visas: The GDSP issues visas to non-Saudis who wish to enter, stay in, or work in Saudi Arabia. There are many different types of visas available, including tourist visas, work visas, and student visas. Residence permits: The GDSP issues residence permits to non-Saudis who are staying in Saudi Arabia for more than 90 days. Residence permits are required for all non-Saudis who are working, studying, or living in Saudi Arabia permanently. Passports: The GDSP issues passports to non-Saudis who are citizens of countries that do not have diplomatic representation in Saudi Arabia. Exit and entry permits: The GDSP issues exit and entry permits to non-Saudis who wish to leave and re-enter Saudi Arabia. Exit and entry permits are required for all non-Saudis who are leaving Saudi Arabia for more than 90 days.

The GDSP also provides a number of other services to non-Saudis, including:

Travel document issuance: The GDSP issues travel documents to non-Saudis who have lost or damaged their passports. Visa extensions: The GDSP can extend visas for non-Saudis who need to stay in Saudi Arabia for longer than the original visa period. Residence permit extensions: The GDSP can extend residence permits for non-Saudis who need to stay in Saudi Arabia for longer than the original residence permit period. Passport renewal: The GDSP can renew passports for non-Saudis who need to replace their passports.

The GDSP offers a number of ways for non-Saudis to access its services, including:

Online: The GDSP website provides a number of online services, including visa applications, residence permit applications, and passport renewal applications. In person: The GDSP has offices in major cities in Saudi Arabia. Non-Saudis can visit a GDSP office to apply for visas, residence permits, and passports. By mail: The GDSP accepts visa applications, residence permit applications, and passport renewal applications by mail.

For more information about the GDSP's services for non-Saudis, please visit the GDSP website or contact the GDSP office nearest you.