Arabia Saudí añade México, Serbia, Bosnia y Macedonia del Norte a lista de visas turísticas
Arabia Saudí ahora permite a ciudadanos de México, Serbia, Bosnia y Herzegovina y Macedonia del Norte solicitar e‑visas turísticas, visas a la llegada y visas de tránsito. El cambio se anunció el 5 de noviembre de 2026 y se aplica a viajeros de esas cuatro naciones.
En esta noticia
De un vistazo
- Qué cambia
- Cuatro nuevas nacionalidades pueden usar e‑visa, visa‑a‑la‑llegada y opciones de tránsito
- Calendario
- Anunciado el 5 de noviembre de 2026
- Quiénes se ven afectados
- Ciudadanos de México, Serbia, Bosnia y Herzegovina, Macedonia del Norte
Los detalles
- Anunciado por
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Tourism
- Entra en vigor
- 5 de noviembre de 2026
- Norma anterior
- Before this announcement, citizens of Mexico, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia were not eligible for Saudi Arabia’s tourist visa programme.
- Nueva norma
- The four countries are now eligible for electronic tourist visas, visa‑on‑arrival, and transit/stopover visas, subject to standard eligibility requirements.
Anuncio y alcance
On 5 November 2026 the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs together with the Ministry of Tourism announced that citizens of Mexico, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia are now included in the Kingdom’s tourist visa programme. The decision is part of a broader effort to simplify entry and boost international tourism.
Opciones de visa y condiciones
Eligible travelers can apply online for a tourist e‑visa, eliminating the need for paper applications. In addition, visa‑on‑arrival facilities are now available at designated entry points, provided the applicant meets the usual eligibility criteria. Transit and stopover visa categories have also been extended to these nationalities, allowing short‑term stays for leisure, religious visits or family meetings.
- Electronic visa applications are submitted through the Saudi e‑visa portal
- Visa‑on‑arrival is granted at participating airports and land borders
- Transit and stopover visas require compliance with specific entry conditions
Validez, límites de estancia y restricciones
The tourist e‑visa remains valid for one year from the date of issue, permitting multiple entries unless the individual visa states otherwise. Each visit may not exceed three months, and the passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the entry date. Employment is still prohibited, and Umrah can only be performed outside the official Hajj season.
Extensions of the tourist visa are not permitted after issuance, so travelers must plan the length of their stay within the approved period.
- Visa validity: one year, multiple entries allowed
- Maximum stay per visit: three months
- Passport must have six‑month remaining validity
- No paid employment permitted on a tourist visa
Qué significa para los viajeros
Planificación del viaje
- Travelers from the four new countries can now book trips using the online e‑visa system.
- Visa‑on‑arrival offers a backup option for last‑minute travel plans.
Coste y documentos
- The e‑visa fee and required documents remain unchanged for eligible applicants.
- A passport with at least six months validity is still mandatory.
Lo que debes hacer
- Submit an online e‑visa application before departure if preferred.
- Check eligibility criteria for visa‑on‑arrival at the chosen entry point.
- Verify that the passport meets the six‑month validity rule.
A quién afecta
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Ciudadanos mexicanos
Mexico is one of the four nations added to the tourist visa programme.
Qué hacer Apply for an e‑visa or use visa‑on‑arrival, meeting standard eligibility requirements.
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Ciudadanos serbios
Serbia is included in the expanded eligibility list.
Qué hacer Use the online portal or visa‑on‑arrival, ensuring passport validity.
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Ciudadanos de Bosnia y Herzegovina
The country is now eligible for Saudi tourist visas.
Qué hacer Follow the same application procedures as other eligible nationals.
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Ciudadanos macedonios del norte
North Macedonia is part of the newly added nationalities.
Qué hacer Submit an e‑visa request or obtain visa‑on‑arrival where permitted.
Preguntas frecuentes
¿Qué países nuevos pueden obtener una e‑visa turística de Arabia Saudí?
Citizens of Mexico, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia are now eligible for Saudi Arabia’s tourist e‑visa, visa‑on‑arrival and transit visas.
¿Cuándo entró en vigor la ampliación de visas saudíes?
The expansion was announced on 5 November 2026 and the new eligibility applies from that date.
¿Puedo seguir solicitando una visa en papel después de la ampliación?
The announcement adds electronic and visa‑on‑arrival options; traditional paper applications remain available only where previously required.
¿Cuál es la estancia máxima permitida con la nueva visa turística?
Each visit under the tourist visa may last up to three months, even though the visa itself is valid for one year.
¿Hay nuevas actividades permitidas para los titulares de la visa ampliada?
The visa continues to allow leisure, entertainment, conference attendance, family visits and Umrah outside the Hajj season, with no change to employment restrictions.
¿Necesito una validez de pasaporte diferente para las nuevas categorías de visa?
No, the requirement stays the same: passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended entry date.
