Can I travel to Saudi Arabia using my new passport and my old passport that still has a valid visa?

Yes, in most cases, you can travel to Saudi Arabia with your new passport along with your old passport, which contains a valid visa, as long as the visa is still valid and undamaged.

✅ What You Need to Do: Carry Both Passports Together

Present both your new passport and your old passport with the valid Saudi visa when checking in with the airline and upon arrival in Saudi Arabia.

Ensure that the personal details (especially name, nationality, date of birth, passport number, sex) are consistent across both passports.

✅ Check with the Airline

Airlines can refuse boarding if the documentation isn't clear.

⚠️ Contact your airline in advance to ensure they accept the combination of old and new passports with a visa in the old one.

✅ Immigration Considerations

While Saudi immigration generally allows entry this way, it’s wise to confirm with:

The nearest Saudi consulate or embassy

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)

⚠️ Important Notes

If your name or personal details have changed (e.g., due to marriage or other legal reasons), you may need to reapply for a visa.

Some countries invalidate the visa if the passport has been reported lost or damaged—make sure your old passport is still legally valid for presenting a visa.