Saudi Arabia and Russia’s agreement to mutually exempt visitors from a travel visa goes into effect on May 11, announced the Kingdom’s Foreign Ministry.
The agreement, first signed on December 1, 2025, allows citizens of both countries to travel to each other without a visa.
Travelers can stay for up to 90 days, either continuously or intermittently, within a year.
The exemption applies to visits for tourism, business, and family purposes. It does not extend to people traveling for work, study, residency, or Hajj, and appropriate visas must be obtained for those purposes.
The agreement underscores the commitment of both countries in facilitating entry procedures for their citizens, which will increase reciprocal visits and boost tourism, economic, and cultural cooperation.
It will also contribute to strengthening various sectors and expanding cooperation and partnerships between Saudi Arabia and Russia.
