I live near Neom and need to access the JP embassy in Riyadh to get visa. This is very inconvenient. They tell me I cannot come to Jeddah which is much closer. Has anyone experience of this as to why I cannot use Jeddah which is also a Jp Embassy. Thank you ..read more

Hi I'm a GCC resident applying for multiple entry Saudi tourist visa. My first degree family are UK citizens. While filling evisa application, should I stick to my GCC residency and provide proof OR choose first degree family option. Incase I choose first degree family UK citizen option, what files should I attach, in addition to my passport. Should it br husband's british passport as there is option to upload two files only. Thanks in advance ..read more

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I want to move, live and work in Medina? Will move from UK . I just want me and my children learn arabic and grow up in islamic education in in this mubarak city of our prophet Mohammed pbuh. I came for Hajj before. So I love it. But I dont know if I can afford to live with basic salary job? How are schools? are they free? And what jobs available for a women in Medina? İs there a job centre website we can apply? Can anyone give me information please? Thank you ..read more

Hi, I want to visit my hubby, who is working in Saudi, however, I have some medical conditions which are complicating things. My first concern is pain relief - I am on tramadol, and as far as I can find, it is a banned drug. The PR says as long as I have a script from SA, it will be ok, but I'm nervous of accepting his verbal assurance when the visa info clearly states that illegal drugs carry the death penalty. Does anyone have any idea how to access strong pain relief in Saudi? As I believe codeine is also banned. How strict are they really? Secondly, I often need a wheelchair and was hopin ..read more

Hi there, I'm moving over in the next few months. At the beach resorts, can you wear a one piece swimming costume or do all women wear a burquini? Thanks ..read more

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Planning on visiting Saudi Arabia soon? Post your question in this thread for other EW members that may have visited the country before to reply. Swap tips and advice, seek recommendations for the best places to see, visit, stay or eat in! Plus, discuss visa requirements, the cost of things and much more. Enjoy your trip whenever it may be ..read more