How to Check Saudi Arabia Visa Online (2026)

Quick answer: How to Check Saudi Arabia Visa Status Online (2026): Step-by-Step Guide shows you the exact steps: go to enjazit.com.sa, select "Visa Inquiry", enter your passport number and the visa application number from your VFS Global receipt, solve the CAPTCHA, and click Search. No login is required and the service is free. For work visas, you must complete biometric enrollment at VFS Global before the status updates.

How to Check Saudi Arabia Visa Status Online (2026): Step-by-Step Guide

Saudi Arabia runs four main government portals for visa and residency checks. Each serves a different stage of your journey. Knowing which one to use saves hours of frustration.

Mapping to your stage:

• Pre-departure (visa not yet in hand): Use Enjazit with passport number + visa application number (from VFS receipt).
• Visa issued, not yet travelled: Enjazit shows "Issued" with visa number and validity dates.
• After entry, before iqama: Enjazit still works; employer must register contract on Qiwa within 30 days of entry (2026 MHRSD rule) or visa auto-cancels.
• After iqama issued: Switch to Muqim or Absher for residency services, exit/re-entry permits, and dependent visas.

The new Unified 'Saudi Visa' platform (beta) aims to merge Enjazit, Muqim and Absher into one interface. As of October 2026 it is accessible at visa.mofa.gov.sa but coverage for South Asian nationalities (Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka) remains limited. Indian nationals may see broader access due to e-visa eligibility. Treat it as a supplementary check; Enjazit remains the authoritative source for visa issuance.

How to Check Saudi Arabia Visa Status with Passport Number on Enjazit

Enjazit is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) official visa services portal. It is free, requires no account, and works for all visa types: work, visit, Umrah, Hajj, and family visit.

Step-by-Step (Screenshot-Style Walkthrough)

1. Open enjazit.com.sa in a desktop browser (mobile site works but some dropdowns are truncated).
2. Click "Visa Inquiry" (top menu) or go directly to enjazit.com.sa/Enjaz/Inquiry.
3. Select "Visa Application" inquiry type (default).
4. Enter your passport number exactly as it appears (no spaces, case-insensitive).
5. Enter the visa application number — this is the 10–12 digit reference on your VFS Global receipt/acknowledgment slip (labelled "Application No." or "Reference No.").
6. Select your nationality from the dropdown.
7. Enter the CAPTCHA (Arabic numerals; refresh if unreadable).
8. Click "Search".

What Each Result Means

Common Error: "Application Not Found" — Fixes

• Use VFS Global reference number instead: On the Enjazit inquiry page, switch inquiry type to "VFS Reference" and enter the VFS tracking number (format: SAxxxxxxxxxx) from your appointment confirmation SMS/email.
• Check Arabic name transliteration: Enjazit matches against the Arabic spelling used by the embassy. If your agent submitted a different spelling (e.g., "Mohammad" vs "Muhammad"), the passport number alone may not match. Ask your employer/agent for the exact Arabic name used.
• Wait 24–48 hours after biometrics: Biometric enrollment at VFS Global (mandatory for work visas since 2024) syncs to Enjazit overnight. Check next business day.
• Employer hasn't completed Qiwa work permit: For work visas, Enjazit shows "Under Process" until the employer obtains the Qiwa work permit AND MOFA visa authorization. Ask employer for the Qiwa permit number and MOFA authorization number.

How to Check Saudi Work Visa Status on Qiwa Portal

Qiwa (qiwa.sa) is the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) platform for work permits and employment contracts. It does not show visa issuance status — only Enjazit does that. Qiwa becomes relevant once the visa is issued and linked to an employer.

What Qiwa Shows (and What It Doesn't)

• Shows: Work permit status, registered contract (salary, profession code, start date), contract renewal, employer details, NOC for transfer.
• Does not show: Visa stamp, entry validity, iqama number (until issued).

2026 MHRSD Rule: 30-Day Contract Registration Deadline

Since January 2026, employers must register the employment contract on Qiwa within 30 calendar days of the worker's entry into Saudi Arabia. Failure to do so triggers automatic visa cancellation. The worker receives no separate notice; the visa simply becomes invalid for iqama conversion.

How to Access Qiwa as a Worker

1. You need an Absher account (linked to your iqama after arrival). Pre-arrival, you cannot log in.
2. Log in to Absher → "My Services" → "Qiwa" (or go directly to qiwa.sa and choose "Login via Absher").
3. Dashboard shows: Contract status (Registered/Pending), Profession Code (e.g., Electrician 7411, Welder 7212, Truck Driver 8332, Cook 5120), Monthly Salary (SAR), Contract Start/End Dates.

If Employer Refuses Qiwa Access

Some employers delay contract registration to retain leverage. You have two official channels:

• Call MHRSD hotline 19911 (Arabic/English/Urdu/Hindi) — report non-registration.
• Submit complaint via hrsd.gov.sa → "Labor Complaints" — attach passport copy, visa copy, entry stamp photo.

MHRSD can fine the employer (SAR 10,000–100,000) and force contract registration. Your visa remains valid during investigation.

How to Check Saudi Arabia Visa Number If Lost or Forgotten

The visa number is a 10-digit code printed on the visa stamp (top right corner) and on your VFS Global receipt. If you have neither:

Option 1: VFS Global Appointment Confirmation

• Search your email/SMS for "VFS Global Saudi Arabia appointment confirmation".
• The reference number (format: SAxxxxxxxxxx) works on Enjazit under "VFS Reference" inquiry type.

Option 2: Border Entry Number (After Arrival)

• On Enjazit, select inquiry type "Border Entry Number".
• Enter the 10-digit number stamped in your passport at the Saudi airport/land border (labelled "Entry No." or "Border No.").
• This returns the linked visa number and current status.

Option 3: Contact VFS Global Helpline

Provide passport number, full name, date of birth, and application date. Helplines (2026):

How to Check Saudi Arabia Visa Validity and Expiry Date

Validity rules differ by visa type. Always verify on Enjazit (pre-arrival) or Muqim/Absher (post-arrival).