Saudi Arabia maintains a complete diplomatic appearance with its Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan and maintains a general consulate in Karachi. These offices handle consular services, visa matters, Hajj and Umrah facilities, verification services and support for Saudi and Pakistani citizens.
1. Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia – Islamabad
- Address: Diplomatic Enclave, Ramna 5, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Phone: +92-51-260-0900
- Email: [email protected]
- Serving Days: Monday to Friday – 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM
- Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
- Services:
- Visa services (work, visit, Hajj/Umrah facilitation)
- Attestation and legalization of documents
- Consular help for Saudi citizens in Pakistan
- Bilateral trade and cultural cooperation
2. Consulate General of Saudi Arabia – Karachi
- Address: 117, Clifton, Karachi, Pakistan
- Phone: +92-21-3583-2192 / 3587-1015
- Email: [email protected]
- Serving Days: Monday to Friday – 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM
- Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and official holidays
- Services:
- Visa processing and verification
- Document attestation
- Assistance for Saudi citizens in Karachi and the Sindh region
3. Saudi Arabia Visa Application in Pakistan
All visa packages for Saudi Arabia (Kama, Family Travel, Haj, Umrah, Business) need to be supplied thru the Atimad Visa Services Centers located in main towns (Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan and others).
Steps to Apply:
- Register and book an appointment on the Etimad website.
- Complete the online visa form.
- Visit the nearest Etimad Center with your documents.
- Submit biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
- Pay visa processing and service fees.
- Wait for processing (varies by category).
4. Visa Fees (Approximate in PKR)
| Visa Type | Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Work Visa | PKR 80,000 – 90,000 |
| Family Visit Visa | PKR 20,000 – 25,000 |
| Business Visa | PKR 30,000 – 35,000 |
| Hajj/Umrah Visa | Free (service charges may apply)/PKR 25,000 to PKR 180,000 (depends on services) |
| Attestation Services | PKR 3,000 – 5,000 per document |
5. Required Documents
- Valid passport (6 months validity)
- Visa application form
- Recent passport-shaped photographs (white background)
- CNIC copy
- Travel insurance
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
- Proof of funds (bank statement)
- Return flight reservation
- Visa fee payment receipt
6. Important Notes
- Visa offerings aren’t at once familiar at the Embassy; all candidates have to go through Etimad Centers.
- Always book appointments online and keep away from unverified sellers.
- Processing time varies, depending on visa kind (tourist visas frequently take longer).
- Hajj and Umrah visas are processed through legal travel marketers.
- Document attestation is finished simplest on the Embassy in Islamabad or the Consulate in Karachi.
