How to Pay Visa Overstay Fines in Saudi Arabia?

Pay the overstay fine in Saudi Arabia? Overstaying a visa in Saudi Arabia incurs fines that must be paid before departure to avoid penalties like detention or travel bans. This guide outlines the payment process for tourist eVisa and visit visa holders.

How Much is the Fine Amount for Overstaying a Saudi Visa?

The fine depends on your visa type and overstay duration:

• Tourist eVisa: SAR 100 (~USD 26.66) per day, calculated upon departure.
• Visit Visa:
  • First offense: SAR 15,000 (~USD 4,000).
  • Second offense: SAR 25,000 (~USD 6,665) and up to 3 months imprisonment.
  • Third offense: SAR 50,000 (~USD 13,330), up to 6 months imprisonment, and deportation.

Payment Methods

Fines are paid in Saudi Riyals (SAR) via:

• Credit/Debit Cards: Visa or Mastercard, accepted at airport immigration counters.
• Cash: Ensure sufficient SAR funds.
• Online/Bank Payments: Visit visa holders may use Absher or banks (e.g., Al Rajhi Bank) if directed by Jawazat.

Where and How to Pay Overstay Fines

Follow these steps to pay your overstay fine efficiently:

1. Pay at the Airport or Immigration Checkpoints

The most common method for eVisa holders is to pay at the airport’s immigration counter during departure.

• Arrive Early: Arrive 3–4 hours before your flight for processing.
• Documents: Bring your passport and any overstay justification (e.g., medical records).
• Payment: Pay the calculated fine (SAR 100/day for eVisa) via card or cash.
• Receipt: Keep the payment receipt for records.
• Clearance: Receive exit clearance to board your flight.

2.  Pay Online via Absher

Visit visa holders can pay fines online through the Absher platform:

• Sponsors log in, navigate to “Fines” or “Visa Services,” and pay using a linked bank account.
• eVisa holders typically pay at the airport; confirm with Jawazat for Absher options.

Pay at a Designated Bank (If Directed)

In some cases, Jawazat may instruct you to pay at a bank:

• Obtain a payment reference number from Jawazat.
• Pay at a bank (e.g., Al Rajhi Bank, Saudi National Bank) in person or online.
• Retain the receipt as proof.

3. Visit a Jawazat Office for Assistance

If you need clarification or face complex issues (e.g., deportation), visit a Jawazat (General Directorate of Passports) office.

Visit a Jawazat office with your passport, a passport-size photo, and overstay documentation.

Visit visa holders may need a Jawazat form.

Jawazat may direct you to a deportation center for processing.

Tips for Saudi Visa Fine for Overstaying

• Act Promptly: Pay fines quickly to avoid escalating penalties.
• Check Status: Monitor your visa via Absher or the eVisa portal
• Keep Receipts: Retain payment receipts for future visa applications.
• Document Emergencies: Keep records to justify overstays for potential leniency.
• Professional Assistance: For large fines, deportation, or travel bans, consult a visa consultant or immigration lawyer specializing in Saudi laws.

Consequences of Overstaying

• Non-Payment: Risks detention, boarding denial, or legal action.
• Deportation: Mandatory for repeat offenders after fines or imprisonment.
• Travel Bans: 5-year or longer re-entry bans.
• Sponsor Penalties: Fines for sponsors of visit visa holders.

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