There are more significant safety or security concerns than you would usually find in New Zealand due to the threat from terrorism and drone or missile attacks.
There is an ongoing threat of terrorism in Saudi Arabia. Cross-border attacks originating from Yemen are a threat to Saudi Arabia and its infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia does not recognise dual nationality for its citizens. Authorities may seize extra passports if they find them. If you are a dual national, and you’re travelling with both passports, you can only leave Saudi Arabia with the passport you used to enter. See our advice for travelling as a dual citizen.
Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Saudi Arabia should be aware of are:
See below for detailed travel advice.
Street Address:
Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Postal Address:
PO Box 94 397, Riyadh, 11693, Saudi Arabia
Telephone:
+966 11 488 7988
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
http://www.mfat.govt.nz/saudi-arabia
Hours:
Sun - Thurs 0900 - 1200hrs, 1230 -1500hrs
