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 |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween | Saturday, October 31 | 1 week, 4 days |
| All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 01 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Recreation Day | Monday, November 02 | 1 week, 6 days |
| Melbourne Cup Day | Tuesday, November 03 | 2 weeks |
| Remembrance Day | Wednesday, November 11 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| Thanksgiving Day | Wednesday, November 25 | 1 month |
| First Sunday of Advent | Sunday, November 29 | 1 month, 1 week |
| First Day of Hanukkah | Saturday, December 05 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Feast of the Immaculate Conception | Tuesday, December 08 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Last day of Hanukkah | Saturday, December 12 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| December Solstice | Monday, December 21 | 2 months |
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:
- Halloween (AU) Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (1 week, 5 days)
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Time in Australia vs Saudi Arabia
Canberra, Australia time is 8:00 hours ahead of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia