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Saudi Arabia

West & South Asia · SA

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6 hours behind Korea

Covering most of the Arabian peninsula, Saudi Arabia opened to tourist visas in 2019. AlUla, with its Nabataean ruins, and the Red Sea coast are the new focus.

CapitalRiyadh
LanguagesArabic
CurrencyRiyal (SAR)
Standard timeUTC+3 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+966
Voltage230V / 60Hz
Plug typeG
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency911
Domain.sa

Entry & visa

An online tourist e-Visa is available. Mecca and Medina are open only to Muslims.

Worth knowing

Mains frequency is 60 Hz, unusual for the region, so check any appliance built strictly for 220 V at 50 Hz.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Saudi Arabia and Korea?

6 hours behind Korea (UTC+3). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Saudi Arabia?

Voltage 230V / 60Hz, Plug type G.

Q. Do I need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

An online tourist e-Visa is available. Mecca and Medina are open only to Muslims.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.