BREAKING: New ETA Saudi Arabia
- Ibadah Tours
- Jul 2
- 3 min read
Saudi Arabia ETA for British Passport Holders – Everything You Need to Know (2026)
Planning an Umrah, holiday, business trip or family visit to Saudi Arabia? There is now an easier and more affordable way for many British passport holders to travel.
The Saudi Arabia Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) offers a quick online alternative for eligible travellers, allowing multiple entries into the Kingdom without the need for a traditional visa application.
At Ibadah Tours, we're here to make the process simple, whether you'd like to apply yourself or let our experienced team handle everything for you.
What is the Saudi Arabia ETA?
The Saudi Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is an online travel permission available to eligible British passport holders.
Once approved, it allows travellers to visit Saudi Arabia for purposes including:
Performing Umrah
Tourism
Visiting family and friends
Leisure travel
Short business visits
The application is completed entirely online and, in most cases, approval is received quickly.
Who Can Apply?
The ETA is available for British passport holders who meet the Saudi government's eligibility requirements.
If you are travelling on another passport, don't worry. We can advise you on the correct visa option for your nationality.
How Long is the ETA Valid?
One of the biggest advantages of the ETA is its flexibility.
Your ETA is generally:
✅ Valid for 2 years
✅ Allows multiple entries
✅ You may stay for up to 180 days maximum per application
This means you can use the 180 days in whichever way suits your travel plans:
One continuous stay of up to 180 days
or
Multiple shorter trips
However, your total time spent in Saudi Arabia must not exceed 180 days during the validity of your ETA.
This makes it ideal for those planning several Umrah trips or regular visits throughout the year.
Can I Perform Umrah with an ETA?
Yes.
The Saudi ETA can be used to perform Umrah outside the Hajj season, provided you comply with the latest Saudi regulations.
Many of our customers now use the ETA for:
Weekend Umrah trips
School holiday Umrah
Family visits
Independent travel
Touring Saudi Arabia
How Much Does it Cost?
Apply Yourself
The official Saudi government fee is currently approximately:
£11–£12
(Subject to exchange rate fluctuations.)
Official application portal:
Let Ibadah Tours Handle Everything
If you would rather avoid the hassle, our experienced visa team can complete the entire application for you.
Our service fee is:
£35 per application
Our service includes:
Full application completion
Checking your information before submission
Advice if additional documents are required
Support throughout the application
Experienced assistance from a trusted UK travel company
Our Full Refund Guarantee
We understand that applying for visas can sometimes be stressful.
That's why we proudly offer:
Full Refund Guarantee
If your ETA application submitted through Ibadah Tours is rejected, we will provide a full refund of our service fee.
This gives you complete peace of mind when using our service.
(Terms and eligibility apply. Government policies remain outside our control.)
Why Use Ibadah Tours?
For many travellers, paying a small service fee is worth the reassurance of knowing everything has been completed correctly.
When you apply through Ibadah Tours you benefit from:
✔ Experienced visa specialists
✔ Trusted UK travel company
✔ Personal customer support
✔ Fast processing
✔ Guidance throughout
✔ Refund guarantee on rejected applications submitted through us
We have helped thousands of pilgrims travel to the blessed lands and understand exactly what is required.
Which Option Should You Choose?
Apply Directly if:
You're comfortable completing online applications.
You prefer to manage everything yourself.
You want to pay only the government fee.
Apply Through Ibadah Tours if:
You want someone to complete everything for you.
You would like experienced support.
You want peace of mind.
You value our refund guarantee.
Apply Today
Whether you're planning your next Umrah, visiting family, or exploring Saudi Arabia, obtaining your ETA has never been easier.
Apply directly through the official Saudi Government portal:
Or let Ibadah Tours take care of everything for just £35, with the confidence of our Full Refund Guarantee if your ETA application submitted through us is rejected.
Contact us to make your application.
📞 0208 004 6786
📱 WhatsApp: +44 7440 474247
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