Student Visa for Saudi Arabia — Guide for Algerian Applicants

Saudi Arabia offers excellent study opportunities, especially for scholarship students. Use the official "Study in Saudi" (ادرس في السعودية) platform at studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa to browse universities and apply. The King Abdullah Scholarship Program and individual university scholarships provide free tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, and health insurance. You apply through the Saudi Embassy in Algiers after receiving acceptance from a Saudi university.

Fees: Free for scholarship students / ~$50-100 for self-funded

Processing time: 2-4 weeks

Visa center in Algeria: Saudi Embassy Algiers — Ben Aknoun

Step-by-step process

Step 1: Apply for University Admission / Scholarship

Apply directly to Saudi universities or for government scholarships through the "Study in Saudi" (ادرس في السعودية) platform — the official Saudi government portal for international students. Popular universities: King Saud University (Riyadh), King Abdulaziz University (Jeddah), KAUST (research), Islamic University of Madinah.

Estimated duration: 4-12 weeks

Required documents

  • High school diploma / university degree (attested)
  • Academic transcripts
  • Passport copy

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Step 2: Medical Exam & Visa Application

After acceptance, complete a medical exam, then apply at the Saudi Embassy in Algiers. Scholarship students typically have their visa arranged by the university.

Estimated duration: 2-4 weeks

Required documents

  • University acceptance letter
  • Valid passport (6+ months)
  • Medical exam results
  • Police clearance
  • Attested diplomas

Tips for Algerian applicants

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