Canadian visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Canada for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Canada for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Canada e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Canada visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Canada tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Canada.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Canada.
If you are looking for Canada visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Canada nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of Canada in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 1 minutes)
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of Canada in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 1 minutes)
Canada visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Canada diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Canada from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8,571 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,869 | -8.19% |
| 2010 | 8,110 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 8,007 | -1.27% |
| 2012 | 8,172 | 2.06% |
| 2013 | 8,030 | -1.74% |
| 2014 | 8,269 | 2.98% |
| 2015 | 8,986 | 8.67% |
| 2016 | 9,986 | 11.13% |
| 2017 | 10,442 | 4.57% |
| 2018 | 10,567 | 1.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Canada & Saudi Arabia comparison
Canada's area is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 4.23 times smaller than Canada.
As of October 2025, Canada's population is ~39.4 million people - 1,840,106 more people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Canada & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Canada | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 39,421,679 | 37,581,573 | 1.8 million more people live in Canada than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 144 | 114 | Canada has 30 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 39 | Canada passport holders can visit 90 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 469 | 127 | Canadian hosts 342 more foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Canada in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Canada in 2018 was approximately 10,567.
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