Saudi Family Visa for Kenyan Citizens and Residents
The Saudi Family Visa allows Kenyan citizens and residents to join their family members in Saudi Arabia with ease and confidence. We manage the full application journey, including document preparation, sponsor coordination, attestations, and embassy submission, ensuring a legally compliant and smooth reunification process.
Saudi Arabia Family Visa
Who Can Apply
The Saudi Family Visa is suitable for Kenya-based expatriates and residents whose immediate family members are joining or visiting relatives in Saudi Arabia. This includes:
- Professionals whose spouse, children, or dependents are relocating to Saudi Arabia.
- Kenya-based residents whose Saudi employer or sponsor is inviting eligible family members.
- Dependents joining a family member who is legally employed or residing in the Kingdom.
Types of Family Visas
Depending on your situation, you can apply for:
- Permanent Family Residence Visa: For families intending long-term residency in Saudi Arabia.
- Family Visit Visa: For short-term stays, typically valid 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 (Kenyan 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.
- Valid Kenyan ID/residence permit
- Proof of accommodation in Saudi Arabia (rental agreement or ownership).
- Sponsor’s employment letter or salary certificate.
- Police clearance Certificate
- Medical fitness certificate
Our Assistance for Applicants in Kenya
We provide structured and reliable support for family visa applications, including:
- Eligibility assessment and family visa type recommendation.
- Coordination with Saudi sponsors to obtain the MOFA family visa authorization.
- Document attestation and legalization through the Kenyan and Saudi authorities.
- Application submission, embassy coordination, and visa issuance follow-up.
FAQs
1. Who can apply for a Saudi Family Visa from Kenya?
Kenyan citizens or residents whose immediate family member is legally employed or residing in Saudi Arabia.
2. Is sponsorship required for family visas?
Yes. The Saudi-based sponsor (employer or resident) must apply for MOFA family visa authorization.
3. What documents require attestation in Kenya?
Marriage certificates and birth certificates must be attested by Kenyan authorities and legalized for Saudi submission.
4. What types of family visas are available?
Family Residence Visa: Long-term stay
Family Visit Visa: Usually up to 90 days, extendable in certain cases
5. Where are applications submitted?
Applications are submitted via the Saudi Embassy or authorized visa centers handling Kenya-based applicants.
6. Can submissions and follow-ups be managed professionally?
Yes. Complete handling of submissions, follow-ups, and passport collection is available.
