Saudi Family Visit Visa for Los Angeles Citizens & Residents
With the Saudi Family Visa, applicants from Los Angeles — both U.S. citizens and legal residents — can visit their family members living in Saudi Arabia with ease. Each application is prepared in full compliance with the requirements of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., ensuring a seamless, accurate, and timely approval process.
Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa
The Saudi Family Visa allows citizens and residents of Los Angeles to visit or join their family members living in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Whether you’re applying for a short-term family visit visa or a long-term residence visa, our Los Angeles team ensures that every step of the process complies with Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C. regulations.
We manage your application from start to finish — verifying documents, coordinating authorizations, and overseeing embassy submission — to ensure your travel and family reunion are handled with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
Types of Saudi Family Visas
1. Family Visit Visa
For short-term visits to family members living in Saudi Arabia. This visa allows stays of up to 90 days, with the possibility of renewal if approved by the Saudi sponsor.
2. Family Residence Visa
For dependents of Saudi residents or employees who wish to live in the Kingdom long-term. This visa applies to spouses, children, and other eligible family members under the sponsorship of a Saudi resident or employer.
Eligible Family Members
The Saudi Family Visa is available for close relatives of Saudi citizens or legal residents. Eligible family members include:
Spouse (husband or wife)
Parents or parents-in-law
Children or stepchildren
Brothers or sisters (for visit visas)
Dependents under legal guardianship
Each case is reviewed according to MOFA sponsorship guidelines to ensure compliance with Saudi family immigration policies.
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 Visa (USA Applicants)
Last updated: September 2025. All information is verified in real-time by our Saudi offices at Northman & Sterling Saudi Arabia.
- Original Passport - With at least 6 - 12 months validity
- 2 x Passport size photos with white background
- MOFA-approved family visit authorization issued by the Saudi sponsor
- Passport Copy of Principal Applicant
- Copy of the sponsor’s Saudi ID / Iqama and sponsor’s Passport
- Proof of relationship (marriage or birth certificate)
- Proof of U.S. Residence (for non-U.S. citizens)
Our Role in the Process
Our Los Angeles office ensures a smooth experience by managing every step of the process, including:
Verification of family sponsorship and MOFA authorization
Assistance with attestation and document legalization in the U.S.
Preparation of embassy-compliant application forms
Submission coordination with the Saudi Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Tracking and updates throughout the approval process
We handle the formalities so you can focus on what matters — reconnecting with your loved ones in Saudi Arabia.
Post-Visa Support
Once your Family Visa is approved and stamped, our team continues to support you through travel and arrival in Saudi Arabia.
We provide:
Entry and customs guidance upon arrival
Medical insurance activation in Saudi Arabia
Assistance with family registration and Iqama processing (for residence visas)
Visa extension support, if your stay needs to be extended
Our commitment extends beyond visa issuance — ensuring that your relocation or family visit remains compliant and stress-free.
FAQs
1. Can Los Angeles residents apply for a Saudi Family Visa?
Yes. Both U.S. citizens and foreign residents in Los Angeles can apply, with all submissions coordinated through the Saudi Embassy in Washington, D.C.
2. Who can sponsor a Family Visa?
A Saudi citizen or a foreign resident with a valid Iqama can sponsor immediate family members, including a spouse, parents, or children.
3. How long does the process take?
Processing typically takes 5 to 10 business days, depending on document readiness and embassy workload.
4. Is a medical test required?
A medical report is required for family residence visas but not for short-term family visit visas.
5. Can non-U.S. citizens apply from Los Angeles?
Yes. Foreign residents with valid U.S. residence permits or visas can apply through our Los Angeles office.
6. Can the Family Visit Visa be extended?
Yes. Family Visit Visas can usually be extended once through the Absher portal or via your Saudi sponsor.
7. Do I need to attest my relationship documents?
Yes. All relationship documents — such as marriage or birth certificates — must be attested by the U.S. Department of State and legalized by the Saudi Embassy.
8. What’s the difference between a Family Visit and Family Residence Visa?
A Family Visit Visa allows short-term visits (up to 90 days), while a Family Residence Visa allows dependents to live long-term in Saudi Arabia under the sponsor’s Iqama.
9. Can my family travel before I receive my Iqama?
No. For residence visas, the sponsor must have an active Iqama before family members can apply to join them.
10. Do you assist with document attestation in the U.S.?
Yes. Our Los Angeles office handles document attestation and embassy legalization to ensure compliance with Saudi requirements.
