Saudi Temporary Work Visa for Ghana Citizens and Residents
The Saudi Temporary Work Visa supports Ghanaian citizens and residents assigned to defined-term or project-based engagements in Saudi Arabia. We supervise all administrative and compliance requirements, ensuring documentation integrity, approval alignment, and timely submission.
Saudi Temporary Work Visa
The Short-Term Assignment Visa allows Ghana-based professionals to undertake clearly defined, limited-duration assignments in Saudi Arabia without long-term residency obligations.
Who Can Apply from Ghana
This visa category is suitable for:
- Ghanaian citizens and residents working in specialized professional or technical fields.
- Personnel deployed by Ghanaian, regional, or multinational organizations to carry out project-based assignments in Saudi Arabia.
- Engineers, consultants, supervisors, trainers, and technical specialists are engaged under fixed-term contracts.
Complete Support for Applicants in Ghana
Our Temporary Work Visa support includes:
- Securing MOFA-approved temporary employment authorization through the Saudi sponsor.
- Verification and legalization of all required documentation via recognized Ghanaian and Saudi authorities.
- Accurate compilation of visa applications, embassy submission, and procedural follow-up.
- Continuous progress tracking until visa endorsement and travel authorization are finalized.
We ensure smooth processing while maintaining strict procedural compliance.
Documents Required (Ghanaian Applicants)
Last updated: September 2025. All information is verified in real-time by our Saudi offices at Northman & Sterling Saudi Arabia.
- Original passport - at least 6 months validity - minimum 2 blank pages
- 2 x Passport size photos with white background
- MOFA Authorization – Approved temporary work visa number from Saudi sponsor
- Copy of the employer’s commercial registration and sponsorship information.
- Legalized Educational and Professional Certificates / Updated and role-aligned CV
- Valid Temporary Employment Contract / Assignment Letter issued by a Saudi-registered employer.
- Police Clearance – Criminal record certificate
- Visa Application – Completed, printed, and signed online form
- Valid Ghanaian Residence Permit / Identification.
- Medical & Health Insurance – Fitness certificate and Saudi-approved coverage
1. What is the purpose of a Saudi Temporary Work Visa?
This visa is designed for Ghanaian professionals traveling to Saudi Arabia for short-term, project-based, or assignment-specific work under the sponsorship of a Saudi host entity or employer.
2. Who can apply from Ghana?
Ghanaian citizens and legal residents are eligible, provided a valid MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) authorization has been issued by an approved Saudi sponsor.
3. Is Saudi sponsorship mandatory for this visa category?
Yes. A Saudi-based sponsor must initiate the process and secure MOFA approval before the visa application can be submitted.
4. What is the typical validity of a Temporary Work Visa?
The visa is generally issued for up to 90 days, with extensions subject to sponsor request and Saudi regulatory approval.
5. Are document attestations required for Ghanaian applicants?
Yes. Selected documents may require attestation by relevant Ghanaian authorities and legalization through the Saudi Embassy or an authorized processing channel.
6. Can professional visa coordination be provided?
Yes. End-to-end services may include document verification, attestation guidance, embassy submission, application tracking, and passport collection.
