Finnish visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Finland 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 Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland 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 Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of Finland in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 25 minutes)
- Jeddah: The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 25 minutes)
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,247 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,110 | -10.99% |
| 2010 | 1,160 | 4.50% |
| 2011 | 1,312 | 13.10% |
| 2012 | 1,389 | 5.87% |
| 2013 | 1,399 | 0.72% |
| 2014 | 1,366 | -2.36% |
| 2015 | 1,311 | -4.03% |
| 2016 | 1,395 | 6.41% |
| 2017 | 1,590 | 13.98% |
| 2018 | 1,612 | 1.38% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Saudi Arabia comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 7.07 times bigger than Finland.
As of November 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 31,999,298 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Finland & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 37,581,573 | 32.0 million fewer people live in Finland than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 114 | Finland has 29 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 39 | Finland passport holders can visit 106 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 127 | Finnish hosts 35 more foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 1,612.
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