Applicants for this visa type can choose between a fixed-term duration and an unlimited duration. Each option comes with corresponding fee (donation) requirements:

• Fixed-term: Individuals may choose to apply for a fixed-term residence permit with durations from one to five years, all renewable. The fee is SAR 100,000 (US$27,000) for the initial year, with a reduction of 2% per year after that.
• Indefinite duration: Individuals who want to remain in KSA for an unlimited amount of time may opt to buy immediate permanent residency for SAR 800,000 (US$213,000)

Program benefits

• Safety and security;
• Short processing time;
• Minimal physical presence requirements;
• No investment required;
• Lower taxes;
• Warm climate.

This program offers no path to citizenship. However, those who pay SAR 800,000 for the unlimited term visa are eligible for immediate permanent residency.

Applications for this program may be directed to:

The Distinguished Residence Center

Legislation upon which this program is based: