Access
On arrival
AStay 90 days
Policy · Saudi ArabiaPassport Atlas
Canada passport to Saudi Arabia
Canada passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia, usually for 90 days.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
The other way
Visa required
RGet an email when Canada → Saudi Arabia rules change
One confirmation email, then only when the data actually changes.
No account needed. Unsubscribe with one click.
Key facts
- Saudi Arabia lets 74 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — Canada is one of them.
- Canada passports get “On arrival” at 34 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Saudi Arabia passports get “Visa required” in Canada.
Nearby passports travelling to Saudi Arabia
Open to Canada passports near Saudi Arabia
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec40 × 60 mm
Flights, eSIM and insurance are third-party. Visatu does not take payment.
Flight corridor
Direct flights
CanadaSaudi Arabia- Typical duration
- 13.1 hours
- From
- YYZ
- To
- JED
Airlines Saudi Arabian Airlines
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
Canada
Country profile
Capital
Ottawa
Population
41.5 million
Area
9,984,670 km²
Currency
Canadian dollar CAD
Languages
English, French
Time zone
UTC-08:00–UTC-03:30
Foreign-born
8.8 million · 2024
Migrant share
22.2%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Canadian15.6%
- English14.7%
- Scottish12.1%
- Irish12.1%
- French11%
- German8.1%
- Other19.4%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Saudi Arabia
Country profile
Capital
Riyadh
Population
35.3 million
Area
1,960,582 km²
Currency
Saudi riyal SAR
Languages
Arabic
Time zone
UTC+03:00
Foreign-born
13.7 million · 2024
Migrant share
40.3%
Ethnic groups
- Arab90%
- Afro-Asian10%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
—
Mains
120 V · 60 Hz
Driving
Right
Emergency
Police 999 · Ambulance 997
Dialing code
+966
Airports
JED · RUH · DMM · MED
Highlights
- Hegra
- Masjid al-Haram
- Diriyah
- Red Sea Project
Canada · On arrival
FAQ
Does a Canada passport need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
On the 2026-10 matrix the result is “On arrival”. typical stay 90 days. Rules change — check the carrier and mission before you fly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 90 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Saudi Arabia typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 40 × 60 mm. Confirm with a Saudi Arabia mission.
What about a Saudi Arabia passport entering Canada?
The reverse result is “Visa required”.
How do you apply for Saudi Arabia as a visitor?
Visit Saudi eVisa：One-year multiple entry, often 90 days per stay。Apply on Visit Saudi; it is tied to the passport chip.