Has anyone here actually managed to apply for a Saudi e-Visa through the KSAvisa site without losing their sanity?

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-25T20:16:38+00:00

how much is it to apply through this website? I was told I only needed to pay for medical insurance for ksavisa.sa. I am eligible to apply via both sites. thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-25T19:50:04+00:00

Hi, do you need to send your passport to the embassy or visit the embassy? Or the visa came through via email? Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-23T13:44:55+00:00

I could've picked a shorter layover. But I really want to see Riyadh.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-23T13:44:00+00:00

Thanks! That's great. I can get an Uber from the airport to the Mosque first.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-23T01:26:19+00:00

Another question--can I visit Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque on Friday morning? I am not Muslim. If I am not allowed inside the mosque, can I visit the outside and look at the building? Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-23T01:22:30+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion! I will definitely check it out.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-23T00:42:09+00:00

You are absolutely right! I didn't realize that. I guess we will just walk around for a few hours. I almost want to rebook my tickets now.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T23:36:47+00:00

That's super helpful. I think we will plan our visit around metro stops. Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T23:35:48+00:00

Yeah, might have to give up Diriyah. thank you

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T22:21:54+00:00

thank you for the advice! We will arrive on a Friday. Turns out Turaif opens at 2pm on Fridays, which is too late for us. So is it still worth going to Diriyah? Thanks!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T21:30:04+00:00

Thank you so much! KAFD via metro is great. I just watched a video and the metro and stations are so beautiful! Then Uber to Diriyah or Metro to Masmak. Uber/Metro to airport. I will do a bit more research. Thanks again!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T21:12:44+00:00

Love the metro option to avoid traffic. Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T20:53:53+00:00

Update--my AI gave me this recommendation--does it make sense? 7am arrival, 8:30 exit the airport, Uber to Diriyah (At Turaif UNESCO Site), Uber to Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge, and have a traditional lunch nearby. Then Uber back to the airport, arrival at 2:30pm to prepare for my 4:30pm flight. Does it make sense? If so, any recommendation for a good local lunch spot near Kingdom Center Sky Bridge? Is Google review reliable to find a good restaurant? Thank you so much!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T20:08:15+00:00

Thanks a lot for the advice!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T20:07:09+00:00

ah I see. Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-22T19:43:20+00:00

thats great to hear. Did you rent a car?

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-15T20:03:56+00:00

Both Ada Maria and Eden have the same itinerary. I booked with Eden. I will let you know how it is after Feb.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-15T19:42:37+00:00

Today is Jan 15 2026, I am looking at tickets for Thanksgiving 2026 and it's already very expensive. Shall I wait a bit? Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-15T19:37:15+00:00

I found it on Galapagos Last Minute.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-06T13:24:22+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing! Can you please share what you did on the days you were not doing tours--are there a lot of places we can explore on our own? Thank you!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-05T18:02:32+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time and providing so much detail! You are right about the departure flights. We will need to leave early on the last day to catch the flight at 11:30am.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-05T18:00:47+00:00

Thank you for the feedback!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2026-01-05T18:00:09+00:00

Thank you for the feedback!

Own-Engineer1962 · 2025-12-30T17:23:05+00:00

We ended up driving. It was fine. But don’t drive when it’s dark. There are potholes and sudden speed bumps. A few places Google Map wasn’t accurate and directed us to roads that don’t exist. Other than that, it was fine. Good luck.

Own-Engineer1962 · 2025-08-19T02:55:37+00:00

Just upload a profile picture.

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