Saudi Arabia Driving Rules are very strict just like any other rules in KSA. You need to be legally eligible to drive in Saudi Arabia otherwise you are subjected to severe penalties and legal consequences if you drive without a valid driving license. In another article, we explained how to get driving license in Saudi Arabia. However that process is not for visitors on Visit Visa. In this Saudi Arabia Driving on Visit Visa article, we will explain How Visitors on Visit Visa in KSA can drive a car.

Can you Drive in Saudi Arabia While on Visit Visa?

If you are a resident (Iqama holder); For Driving in Saudi Arabia, you need to have a valid license from KSA obtained through a formal process. However, if you are a GCC citizen, you are allowed to drive using your GCC driving license as well. But for those who are on a visit visa in KSA from any country; are allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia if they have a valid International License (International Driving License).

Following conditions must be fulfilled by a visitor on Visit Visa in Saudi Arabia to be eligible for driving in Saudi Arabia:

• A valid International Driving License which shouldn’t be expired.
• A valid visit visa (you are not allowed to over-stay and hence no question of eligibility of driving after visa expiry).

Visit Visa in Saudi Arabia is issued either single-entry visa or Multi-Entry visa. In either case, you can drive on your International license if both of the above conditions are met. However, you MUST follow all the driving rules of the Kingdom for your safety and safety of others on the road.