India and Saudi Arabia have signed a mutual short-stay visa exemption agreement, marking a significant milestone in their bilateral relations. The pact allows holders of diplomatic, special and official passports from both countries to travel visa-free for short stays. The move aims to ease official travel, reduce bureaucratic hurdles and reflect growing trust and cooperation between New Delhi and Riyadh.
India, Saudi Arabia sign mutual short-stay visa exemption for official passport holders
December 19, 2025
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