The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Russian Federation have signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for citizens of both countries, that took place on the sidelines of the Saudi-Russian Investment and Business Forum, held in Riyadh on the 1st of December 2025, and inaugurated by His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Energy, and His Excellency Alexander Novak, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation.
The agreement was signed by His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and by His Excellency Alexander Novak, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation.
This exemption extends to all types of passports (diplomatic, special and regular) and allows visa-free entry for visitors traveling for tourism, business, or to visit relatives and friends, for a duration of up to (90) consecutive or nonconsecutive days within a year.
The agreement underscores the commitment of both countries in facilitating entry procedures for their citizens, which will increase reciprocal visits and enhance tourism, economic, and cultural cooperation. It will also contribute to strengthening various sectors and expanding cooperation and partnerships between both countries. It is important to emphasize that this exemption does not extend to individuals traveling for (work, study, residency, or Hajj), as these require special visas.
The Russian Federation is the first country with which the Kingdom has signed a mutual visa exemption agreement that includes holders of regular passports.
