Saudi Arabian visa for Ivorian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Ivorian 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 Ivorian citizens to enter Saudi Arabia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Saudi Arabia e-visa for Ivorian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Saudi Arabia visa on arrival for Ivorian citizens | Not Available | |
Saudi Arabia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ivorian 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 Côte d'Ivoire, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Saudi Arabia nearest your place of residence.
- Abidjan: The Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire (Working hours: Close now)
Saudi Arabia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Saudi Arabia diplomatic mission offices to Côte d'Ivoire for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Côte d'Ivoire traveling to Saudi Arabia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Côte d'Ivoire) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,576 | N/A |
| 2009 | 10,025 | -26.16% |
| 2010 | 9,982 | -0.43% |
| 2011 | 13,045 | 30.69% |
| 2012 | 15,025 | 15.18% |
| 2013 | 14,510 | -3.43% |
| 2014 | 16,799 | 15.78% |
| 2015 | 16,554 | -1.46% |
| 2016 | 16,600 | 0.28% |
| 2017 | 14,820 | -10.72% |
| 2018 | 14,107 | -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 & Côte d'Ivoire comparison
Saudi Arabia's area is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi), while the area of Côte d'Ivoire is approximately 318,000 km2 (122,780 sq mi). This means Côte d'Ivoire is 6.76 times smaller than Saudi Arabia.
As of November 2025, Saudi Arabia's population is ~37.6 million people - 7,813,691 more people than the population of Côte d'Ivoire.
We have highlighted Saudi Arabia & Côte d'Ivoire’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Saudi Arabia | Côte d'Ivoire | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 37,581,573 | 29,767,882 | 7.8 million more people live in Saudi Arabia than Côte d'Ivoire |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 114 | 5 | Saudi Arabia has 109 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Côte d'Ivoire. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 30 | Saudi Arabia passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 29 | Saudi Arabian hosts 98 more foreign missions than Côte d'Ivoire. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Côte d'Ivoire travel to Saudi Arabia in one year?
The number of visitors from Côte d'Ivoire visiting Saudi Arabia in 2018 was approximately 14,107.
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