Saudi Arabian visa for Chinese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Chinese passport holders visiting Saudi Arabia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Chinese citizens to enter Saudi Arabia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Saudi Arabia e-visa for Chinese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Saudi Arabia visa on arrival for Chinese citizens | Eligible | |
Saudi Arabia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Chinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Saudi Arabia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Saudi Arabia.
If you are looking for Saudi Arabia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from China, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Saudi Arabia nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Beijing, China (Working hours: Close now)
Saudi Arabia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Saudi Arabia diplomatic mission offices to China for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from China traveling to Saudi Arabia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (China) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,204,696 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,628,012 | -26.16% |
| 2010 | 1,620,990 | -0.43% |
| 2011 | 2,118,343 | 30.68% |
| 2012 | 2,440,001 | 15.18% |
| 2013 | 2,356,337 | -3.43% |
| 2014 | 2,728,044 | 15.77% |
| 2015 | 2,688,304 | -1.46% |
| 2016 | 2,695,774 | 0.28% |
| 2017 | 2,406,685 | -10.72% |
| 2018 | 2,290,900 | -4.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Saudi Arabia & China comparison
Saudi Arabia's area is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi), while the area of China is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi). This means China is 4.37 times bigger than Saudi Arabia.
As of November 2025, Saudi Arabia's population is ~37.6 million people - 1,429,809,016 fewer people than the population of China.
We have highlighted Saudi Arabia & China’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Saudi Arabia | China | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 37,581,573 | 1,467,390,589 | 1.4 billion fewer people live in Saudi Arabia than China |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 114 | 276 | Saudi Arabia has 162 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with China. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 37 | Saudi Arabia passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 344 | Saudi Arabian hosts 217 fewer foreign missions than China. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from China travel to Saudi Arabia in one year?
The number of visitors from China visiting Saudi Arabia in 2018 was approximately 2,290,900.
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