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Travel guides for Saudi Arabia

One question per guide, answered with dated facts and the official place to check them before you travel.

Getting to and from the airport

Transport guide Riyadh Metro to King Khalid International Airport

Riyadh airport metro guide: the three Yellow Line stations at King Khalid International, changing at KAFD, paying with Darb or a bank card, fares and hours.

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Rail guide Haramain Train from Jeddah Airport: Station, Tickets and Times

Haramain train at Jeddah airport: the station in Terminal 1, journey times to Makkah and Madinah, how to book tickets, luggage rules and who may travel.

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Visas and entry

Entry guide Saudi Tourist eVisa: How to Apply on the Official Portal

Saudi tourist eVisa guide: who can apply, the two official portals, step-by-step application, fees, one-year validity, Umrah rules and avoiding fake sites.

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Entry guide Saudi Arabia Visa on Arrival: Eligibility and Airport Process

Saudi visa on arrival explained: which passports and US, UK or Schengen visa holders qualify, how the airport kiosks work, insurance and mistakes to avoid.

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Entry guide Saudi Transit Visa and 96-Hour Stopover Visa

Saudi transit visa guide: the 96-hour stopover visa with Saudia and flynas, its real cost, Umrah on a layover, and when you can connect without a visa.

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Reference

Airport codes Saudi Arabia airport codes: IATA and ICAO for every airport with flights

Saudi Arabia airport codes: IATA and ICAO list for the 28 airports with scheduled flights, plus common mix-ups such as AlUla (ULH, not ALU) and Qassim (ELQ).

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