Saudi Arabia Visa for Gambian

Gambian passport holders with valid UK indefinite leave to remain may qualify for a Saudi tourist eVisa through the permanent-residence route. Eligibility depends on meeting the current Saudi visa requirements and providing acceptable proof of UK residence. Your passport must also meet the validity requirements. We recommend checking your documents and securing the appropriate visa before departure rather than relying on visa on arrival. Our team can review your passport and ILR evidence and help with the application. Final approval rests with the Saudi authorities.

If you are applying from The Gambia, first confirm which Saudi embassy or authorised visa service handles applications from Gambian residents. The application route depends on the type of visa and your circumstances. For a family visit, a relative living in Saudi Arabia may be able to request a family visit visa through the appropriate Saudi platform. Other visit or tourist visa routes have separate eligibility requirements. Our team can review your passport, purpose of travel and residence details, then help identify the correct application route before any documents are submitted.

For Umrah in 1447H (2026), Saudi Arabia requires all pilgrims to have a valid meningococcal vaccination certificate covering serogroups ACYW. The permitted vaccine type determines the certificate’s validity period, and vaccination must be completed at least 10 days before arrival. Saudi health guidance also recommends polio vaccination for travellers arriving from The Gambia. The current Umrah health document does not list The Gambia among the countries requiring a yellow fever certificate. Check the latest Saudi Ministry of Health requirements before departure, as health rules can change between seasons.