🇸🇦 Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, Nigeria

📝 Overview

The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Nigeria represents the Kingdom in its diplomatic, economic, and religious engagements with the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Relations between both nations are shaped by shared OPEC membership, agricultural investment partnerships, and extensive religious tourism. The embassy serves as the central authority for Hajj and Umrah visa facilitation, alongside managing academic, diplomatic, and commercial travel between both countries.

🛂 Consular Services

• Visa Services: Handles Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage visas, business visitor visas, family visit visas, and employment visas. Pilgrimage applications are processed exclusively through NAHCON‑licensed travel agencies.
• Citizen Protection: Provides passport renewals, notarizations, emergency medical referrals, legal guidance, and welfare support for Saudi citizens residing in or visiting Nigeria.

🎓 Educational & Cultural Programs

• Academic Grants: Offers fully funded undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships through the Saudi Ministry of Education, including placements at the Islamic University of Madinah and King Saud University.
• Cultural Initiatives: Promotes Arabic language literacy, Islamic studies programs, and intercultural dialogue highlighting Middle Eastern heritage and scholarship.

💼 Trade & Economic Relations

• Energy Partnerships: Coordinates petroleum, gas, and refining sector cooperation as part of shared OPEC policy frameworks.
• Invest Saudi: Supports Nigerian agricultural and livestock exporters entering Gulf markets and assists Saudi companies exploring mining, telecom, and real estate opportunities in Nigeria.

🏢 Offices in Nigeria

• 📍 Embassy Headquarters (Abuja): No. 6, Orange Close, Off Thames Street, Off Alvan Ikoku Way, Ministers’ Hill, Maitama, Abuja.
• 📍 Consulate General (Kano): No. 11, Ahmad Bello Road, Kano.

ℹ️ Visitor Information

• Appointment Policy: All visa, legalization, and passport services require pre‑booked appointments. Walk‑ins are not permitted.
• Security Requirements: Airport‑style screening is enforced. Mobile devices, laptops, cameras, tablets, and large luggage are prohibited inside consular areas.
• Operational Hours: Monday–Friday, 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM (Closed Friday afternoons for prayers; Islamic and Nigerian holidays observed.)

📊 Directory Matrix

🔍 Basic Information

• Organization Type: Embassy
• Country Represented: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Head of Mission: H.E. Faisal bin Ibrahim Al‑Ghamdi
• Phone Numbers: +234 709 822 1442 / +234 9 782 2675
• Email: ngemb@mofa.gov.sa
• Official Website: mofa.gov.sa
• Emergency Lines: +234 803 333 8231 (Abuja) / +234 909 000 1677 (Kano)

🗺️ Location Information

• Head Office: Abuja
• Address (Abuja): No. 6, Orange Close, Off Thames Street, Off Alvan Ikoku Way, Ministers’ Hill, Maitama
• Additional Office: Kano
• Address (Kano): No. 11, Ahmad Bello Road, Kano

🛠️ Services Offered

• Visitor Visa Information
• Student Visa Information
• Work Visa Information
• Passport Services
• Consular Assistance
• Citizenship Services
• Notarial Services
• Trade & Investment Support
• Cultural Exchange Programs
• Scholarship Information

ℹ️ Visitor Settings

• Appointment Required: Yes
• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
• Public Holidays: Eid al‑Fitr, Eid al‑Adha, Saudi National Day (Sept 23), Nigerian statutory holidays

⚡ Opportunities Available

• Scholarships
• Exchange Programs
• Training Programs
• Business Support

🌐 Social & Mapping

• Official Portal: ng.saudiembassy.sa
• X (Twitter): @KSAembassyNGA
• Google Maps: Saudi Embassy Abuja (CMS dynamic map hook)