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Saudi Arabia information
โน๏ธย General Information about Saudi Arabia
About Saudi Arabia
The languages that are typically spoken are Arabic
Saudi Arabia uses the Saudi riyal (symbol: ?.?), code SAR.Banknotes come in denominations of 500, 50, 10, 5 and 1 riyals. Riyal is subdivided into 100 halalas. Coins come in denominations of 50, 25, 10 and 5 halalas.
Automatic teller machines are very common in Saudi Arabia. You can find them in both large & small cities, tourist areas etc.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM โ your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet speed in Saudi Arabia is on average 3.4 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Saudi Arabia is low. It is not as easy to find one.
You can buy a SIM card for about 43.99 SAR, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: Mobily, STC or Zain. Saudi Arabia uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Saudi Arabia upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
To call Saudi Arabia, dial +, then 966 (the country code for Saudi Arabia), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Saudi Arabia, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 11 .
In Saudi Arabia you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 100-120 km/h (62-74 mph) on undivided highways, 120 km/h (74 mph) on motorways, 120 km/h (74 mph) on expressways and 40-80 km/h (24-49 mph) in all built-up areas.
๐ย What time is it in Saudi Arabia?
14:27:19
๐ย Do I need visa for Saudi Arabia?
For American travelers it is necessary to apply for a visa at the consulate of Saudi Arabia, this process can take a long time so we recommend you to do it well in advance
๐ค๏ธย How is the weather in Saudi Arabia?
Temperatures in Saudi Arabia (centigrade)
Rainfalls in Saudi Arabia
๐ย What regulations are in Saudi Arabia?
Health information
Import and export information
Export regulations
Livestock, including horses.
Baby milk.
Animal feeds such as barley and Sudanese sorghum.
Poultry feeds such as yellow corn and soya beans.
Natural sand and sand containing minerals.
Gas cylinders with the specifications of the National Gas and Industrial Company (GASCO).
Zamzam water.
Wild animals require approval by theSaudi Wildlife Authority.
Wheat requires approval by the Grain Silos and Flour Mills Organisation.
Oil derivatives require approval by the General Organisation of Petroleum and Minerals according to a letter signed by the governor or his deputy.
Medicament of all kinds.
Antiques require approval by theSaudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage.
Scrap batteries require approval by thePresidency of Meteorology and Environment.
Refilled gas cylinders require attachment of the GASCO invoice.
Endangered animals require approval by the Saudi Wildlife Authority.
Any funds exceeding SAR60,000 or its foreign equivalent must be declared.
Import regulations
Tobacco:400 cigarettes.
Alcohol:Any funds exceeding SAR60,000 or its foreign equivalent must be declared.
Currency:Any funds exceeding SAR60,000 or its foreign equivalent must be declared.
Other items:Personal effects and gifts to the value of SAR3000.
Other items:Any amount of currency is permitted for import, but amounts exceeding SAR60,000 must be declared.
Other items:Medication must be accompanied by a prescription.
Swine and its derivative products.
Counterfeit currency.
Narcotic drugs of all kinds, including snuff, tumbak, and cola nut.
Foodstuffs made of animal blood.
Wines and intoxicants of all kinds, including products that contain alcoholic substances at any intoxicating ratio.
Wine distillation appliances.
The Holy Quran in commercial quantities.
Frog meat.
Blank invoices addressed in the name of foreign companies abroad.
Advertising materials for cigarettes.
Any commodity which features pictures, phrases, film, or anything else contrary to the Islamic faith or the publications regulation.
Empty packings coming from abroad.
Dummies not in compliance with the Sharia provisions and imported in commercial quantities.
Used and retreaded tyres.
Christmas trees.
Weapons and military equipment of all kinds, including night vision binoculars and telescopic sights for fitting to arms.
Explosive and radioactive substances, firecrackers, fireworks, and gunpowder.
Goods with the government emblem on them.
Nutmeg fruit and its derivative products.
Bonds and coupons for sacrificial animals.
Massage devices presented in a manner violating morals.
Unlocking devices to open car doors.
Annoying horns.
Disguise masks.
Transparent women's cloaks, even if for personal use.
Special forms of knives designed for aggressive purposes.
Entertainment devices which contain hysterical laughter.
Sodium carbonates.
Pens in syringe form.
Goods bearing flags of foreign countries in prominent form.
Preparations which cause irritation to the organs of the body.
Goods bearing names and pictures of celebrities.
Goods bearing the image of Mohammed.
Wild animal hides.
Wireless video transmitters.
Videophones.
Greeting cards with musical devices.
Vehicle antennas similar to antennas of policemen' cars and wireless televisions.
Potassium bromate.
Vehicles with two exhaust pipes, 450 Horse Power and ordinary transmission.
Devices fixed behind the driver to alert him in case he sleeps.
Eagle emblem.
Devices which change the voice.
Laser spectacles with perforations.
Illuminated footwear in which mercury is used.
Games in the form of human hand which some drivers display prominently in their vehicles.
Electronic mihrab.
Kaaba Musharafa model.
Six pointed star.
Old newspapers.
Vehicles with steering wheel on the right side.
Antique guns.
Laser pens.
The import of dogs is restricted to hunting dogs, guard dogs, and guide dogs. These categories of dogs require a certificate from the competent authority in the country of origin and authenticated by the Saudi Embassy stating that the dog is a hunting, guard, or guide dog. This dog will need to be presented for veterinary quarantine upon entry.
All other live animals, eggs for hatching, semen, veterinary vaccines and medicines, animal feed, and animal hides, furs, and skins are subject to examination and quarantine by theMinistry of Environment, Water & Agriculture.
Plants, their derivative products, fertilisers and pesticides are subject to examination and quarantine by theMinistry of Environment, Water & Agriculture.
Edible eggs must bear the seal of the producing country.
Tobacco products must bear warning phrases and an ingredient list.
Chemical substances require permission from the competent authority.
All imported publications require approval by the Ministry of Culture and Information.
Distillation devices require approval by theMinistry of Health or any of its branches with regard to medical and scientific purposes.
Electrical appliances must conform to the standard specifications of Saudi Arabia.
Firearms intended for hunting require prior approval by the competent authorities.
Military clothing requires permission by the competent authority.
Metal and jewellery detecting devices require permission from the competent authorities.
Signs resembling traffic signs require approval by the competent authorities.
Fire extinguishing powder containers and fire alarm devices.
Mail processing machines.
Antiques.
Vehicle ornaments resembling military ranks.
Drone aircraft.
Fishing boats.
Ozone depleting substances.
Endangered animals, plants, and their derivative products protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) may require protected species permits.
Television receiver cards.
Gas cylinders shall be presented to theSaudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization.
Health regulations
Dengue cases have been reported in Saudi Arabia. For further information, please visit the CDC Dengue Advice.
H5N1 Avian Influenza has been reported in Saudi Arabia. For further information, please visit the CDCAvian Flu Advice.
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) has been found in the Middle East. For further information, please visit the CDCย MERS Advice.