Saudi Family Visa for Pakistan Citizens and Residents
The Saudi Family Visa offers Pakistani families a reliable route to join relatives in Saudi Arabia. Our team handles all documentation, sponsor coordination, and embassy submissions efficiently.
Saudi Arabia Family Visa
The Saudi Arabia Family Visa facilitates family reunification or visits for Pakistan-based residents whose immediate family members intend to join or visit relatives legally residing in the Kingdom.
Who Can Apply
This visa category applies to:
Professionals arranging travel or relocation for their spouse, children, or eligible dependents.
Pakistani residents whose Saudi employer or sponsor has extended family sponsorship authorization.
Dependents joining a family member who is legally employed or residing in Saudi Arabia.
Types of Family Visas
Depending on your situation, you can apply for:
- Family Residence Visa: Designed for long-term family settlement in Saudi Arabia.
- Family Visit Visa: Intended 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 (Pakistani 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 - Previous Saudi visa copies. (If any)
- 2x passport size photographs with white background
- 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 or birth certificate) attested by Pakistani authorities and the Saudi Embassy.
- Medical Insurance
- Valid Pakistan ID/residence permit
- Police Clearance
- Sponsor profession eligible for family sponsorship / sponsor's salary certificate
- Completed visa application form, duly signed by sponsor.
NOTE:
Document attestation may be required in line with Saudi Embassy and MOFA guidelines; requirements may vary based on Saudi immigration regulations and employer classification; and biometric enrolment is mandatory at the Saudi-authorised visa application centre in Pakistan.
Our Assistance for Applicants in Pakistan
We deliver a structured and dependable family visa service, covering:
Detailed eligibility assessment and guidance on the most appropriate visa option.
Coordination with Saudi sponsors to secure MOFA-approved family visa authorization.
Comprehensive review, attestation, and formalization of supporting documents through authorized channels.
Application submission management, progress tracking, and completion of the visa issuance cycle.
Our process is designed to provide clarity, consistency, and confidence from initial consultation through final approval.
FAQs
1. What is a Saudi Family Visa?
A Saudi Family Visa allows immediate family members (spouse, children, or parents) of a Pakistani expatriate to visit or reside in Saudi Arabia.
2. Who can apply for a Saudi Family Visa from Pakistan?
Pakistani dependents of a Saudi resident holding a valid Iqama and meeting the minimum salary and profession criteria are eligible.
3. What is the difference between a Family Visit Visa and a Family Residence Visa?
A Family Visit Visa is short-term and non-renewable beyond extensions, while a Family Residence Visa allows dependents to live in Saudi Arabia long-term.
4. Are marriage and birth certificates required?
Yes. All relationship documents must be NADRA-issued and attested by the relevant Pakistani and Saudi authorities.
5. How long does the Saudi Family Visa process take?
Processing usually takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on document verification and embassy appointment availability.
