Australia Embassy and Consulates in Saudi Arabia
Australia Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Australia may close on the following Saudi Arabian and Australian holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Rosh Hashana | Saturday, September 12 | 3 days, 18 hours |
| Yom Kippur | Monday, September 21 | 1 week, 5 days |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 2 weeks |
| Friday before the AFL Grand Final | Friday, September 25 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| First day of Sukkot | Saturday, September 26 | 2 weeks, 3 days |
| Queen's Birthday | Monday, September 28 | 2 weeks, 5 days |
| Hoshana Rabbah | Friday, October 02 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| Shemini Atzeret | Saturday, October 03 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| Feast of St Francis of Assisi | Sunday, October 04 | 3 weeks, 4 days |
1. How many Australian Embassies/Consulates are there in Saudi Arabia?
Australia currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Saudi Arabia including and Riyadh.
2 - Do Saudi Arabian citizens need a visa for Australia?
Saudi Arabian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Australia. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Australia in Saudi Arabia for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Australian embassies in Saudi Arabia?
The Australian representative offices in Saudi Arabia will be closed in observance of the following Saudi Arabian and Australian holidays in 2026/2024:
- Rosh Hashana (AU) Sat, Sep 12, 2026 (3 days, 22 hours)
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Time in Australia vs Saudi Arabia
Canberra, Australia time is 7:00 hours ahead of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia