Saudi Family Visa for Philippine Citizens and Residents
Filipino families can confidently reunite in Saudi Arabia through the Saudi Family Visa. Our services cover every stage, from document preparation to embassy procedures, for a smooth and efficient process.
Saudi Arabia Family Visa
The Saudi Arabia Family Visa provides Filipino expatriates and residents with a compliant pathway to reunite with immediate family members residing in Saudi Arabia. This visa category supports lawful family entry under an approved sponsorship structure.
Who Can Apply
This visa option is available to:
Filipino professionals arranging the relocation of their spouse, children, or qualifying dependents.
Filipino residents holding a family sponsorship authorization issued through their Saudi employer or sponsor.
Eligible dependents seeking to join a family member who maintains valid employment or residency status in Saudi Arabia.
Types of Family Visas
Depending on your situation, you can apply for:
Family Residence Visa: Intended for families planning long-term residence in Saudi Arabia under an approved sponsorship arrangement.
Family Visit Visa: Designed for short-term family stays, typically granted for up to 90 days and extendable to 180 days, subject to approval.
Direct Access to Saudi Ministries
- We are not a vendor or reseller — we operate two offices in Riyadh and one in Dammam, giving us direct access to Saudi ministry systems.
- This means real-time updates, faster processing, and embassy-compliant applications — we actually serve as the knowledge engine behind many global immigration firms, law firms and consulting firms such as Big4.
Documents Required for Saudi Family Visit Visa (Philippine-based 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 - Copies of previous Saudi visas (if any).
- 2x Recent passport-size photographs with white background (as per Saudi standards).
- MOFA-approved invitation details, including sponsor-issued family visit authorizations.
- Copy of sponsor’s Iqama (for residents) or Saudi ID (for citizens) / sponsor’s Passport
- Proof of relationship (marriage/birth certificate) attested and translated as required.
- Medical fitness certificate
- Valid Philippine ID/residence permit
- Police Clearance
- Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia (rental agreement or ownership).
- Sponsor’s employment letter or salary certificate.
Our Assistance for Applicants in Philippine
We provide a professionally administered Family Visa solution, encompassing:
Eligibility evaluation and advisory support to determine the most suitable visa category.
Sponsor engagement to secure MOFA-approved family visa authorization.
Detailed review, attestation, and validation of supporting documents through recognized Philippine and Saudi channels.
Application submission, status tracking, and completion of the visa issuance process.
Our service framework is built to minimize complexity while ensuring consistency, transparency, and full procedural compliance.
FAQs
1. Who is eligible to sponsor family members to Saudi Arabia?
A Saudi resident holding a valid Iqama and meeting the required salary and profession criteria may sponsor eligible family members.
2. Can Filipino families apply for Saudi family visas while in the Philippines?
Yes. Applications can be initiated from the Philippines once the Saudi sponsor secures the MOFA family visa authorization.
3. What family visa options are available for dependents?
Applicants may choose between a Family Residence Visa for long-term stay or a Family Visit Visa for short-term visits.
4. Which dependents qualify under Saudi immigration rules?
Eligible dependents typically include legally married spouses and dependent children, subject to Saudi regulations.
5. Do Philippine civil documents require legalization?
Yes. Marriage and birth certificates must be attested by the appropriate Philippine authorities and legalized for Saudi use.
6. Can the family visa process be handled end-to-end by professionals?
Yes. Professional services can manage documentation, embassy appointments, submission, and follow-up on behalf of families.
