Travel Insurance for Saudi Arabia from India

Loss of Passport: Foremost, if you lose this important document while travelling abroad, then your insurer will assist you and reimburse you for the expenses incurred in getting a duplicate or a replacement of your lost passport.

Personal Accident: In case you get disabled or worse, your insurer will provide compensation as per the fixed sum insured.

Repatriation of Remains: In unfortunate cases of the insured's death, their mortal remains will be taken back to India and covered by the insurer.

Medical Emergency: In case of sudden sickness or injury while abroad, your insurer will cover the costs as per the policy.

Personal Liability: You'll be assisted with any third-party liabilities by your insurer if you accidentally cause bodily damage or property damage to another party.

Loss or Delay of Checked-in Baggage: You will be compensated for the inconvenience caused by the total or partial loss of your baggage, or if it is delayed by the airline.

COVID-19 Benefits: Many travel insurance companies in India have been offering COVID-19-related coverage, including medical expenses, quarantine costs, etc. to safeguard your trip from these expenses

Cashless Hospitalisation: In case of medical emergencies abroad, you don’t need to worry about arranging for cash. Instead, your insurer will directly settle the payments thanks to this benefit.

Business Visa: Needs to be approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Transit Visa: For those travelling to another country through Saudi Arabia

Tourist Visas: Tourists may apply for a suitable tourist visa either online or through a Saudi Embassy or Consulate

Student/Intern Visa: For Indians visiting for studies or internships, valid for up to 5 years

Medical/Medical Attendant Visas: For those seeking medical treatments in Saudi Arabia

Employment & Project Permits: Foreigners staying in Saudi Arabia for more than three months need Iqama; a residence permit.

Applicant must be a minimum of 18 years of age; underage applicants must be accompanied by a guardian

The passport must be valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry

Documents include proof of accommodation, onward or return ticket, proof of employment, complete flight itinerary and other personal information

A valid Indian passport

Visa issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Proof of vaccination

Onward or return ticket

Proof of sufficient funds to sustain the entire duration of your stay in Saudi Arabia

Proof of accommodation

The country is extremely safe and has among the lowest crime rates in the world.

Avoid visiting the border areas with Yemen and Iraq, as they may face terror attacks. However, these are rare and likely to be as common as any other country.

Stay informed of the latest government guidelines through the official mobile app or local news.

The country follows the Wahhabism branch of Islam; it is advised to stay respectful towards their culture.

Learn some Arabic words, as the official language here is Arabic. English is only spoken in tourist areas.

Carry a decent amount of cash with you, as credit cards are not accepted at many local places.