Share the basics
Nationality, UAE residence expiry, travel purpose, dates and traveller count.
Saudi travel, made understandable
Clear Saudi visa and Umrah help from Dubai.
Private assistance for UAE residents who want a document review, an honest written quote and one accountable travel team—without government-style branding or approval promises.
Private agencyClearly separate from government
Written scopeKnow inclusions before payment
Dubai-based teamLocal contact and office
Honest timelinesNo guaranteed authority decision
Begin with the right route
Not every resident, visa or journey is the same.
We first identify the likely route for your passport, UAE residence and purpose of travel. Then we explain the documents, fees and uncertainties before you decide.
That small pause at the start prevents the biggest problems later: choosing the wrong product, assuming a placeholder price includes everything, or booking inflexible travel before an authority decision.
Read the eligibility-first process
How assistance works
Four steps. One written trail.
Our website does not collect passport images. Begin with basic facts; a consultant will explain the next secure step if detailed documents are needed.
Review the route
We check the likely option and tell you what still needs confirmation.
Approve the scope
You receive a written quotation with inclusions, exclusions and payment terms.
Track the outcome
We follow the application or booking while keeping authority decisions distinct.
Published starting rates
Four popular journeys, restored with clearer details.
These are Friends Guide commercial starting rates—not government fees. Every booking begins with a dated quotation that confirms the traveller basis, inclusions and third-party charges. See every rate
Saudi visa assistance
Saudi visa — standard
The previously published visa-assistance starting point, now presented with a clear fee boundary. We confirm eligibility, route, components and expected timing before payment.
private assistance package fromAED 549Starting price; the dated quotation itemises official, insurance, platform, VAT and agency components.
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Umrah · 4 nights / 5 days
Economy Umrah — 4 nights
A compact economy itinerary based on the former published package. The dated quotation names the hotel or equivalent, room basis, access arrangement, transport and every included charge.
per person fromAED 1,690Starting price; travel date, occupancy, hotel or equivalent, transport and visa scope are confirmed by quotation.
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Umrah · 7 nights / 8 days
Premium Umrah — 7 nights
A longer premium itinerary based on the former published package. Hotel names, measured access, room category and any view are valid only when written into the quotation.
per person fromAED 4,290Starting price; named hotels, room/view category, transport, meals and visa scope require a dated quotation.
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AlUla · 3 nights / 4 days
AlUla & Hegra discovery
A Saudi heritage itinerary built around Hegra, Elephant Rock and AlUla Old Town. The quotation states whether the official guided Hegra ticket, hotel and transfers are included.
land package fromAED 2,450Starting price; hotel, transfers, guide, attraction tickets and travel dates are confirmed by quotation.
View clear inclusionsBuilt for informed decisions
A private agency should look like a private agency.
We state who operates the service, where the team is based and which decisions remain with Saudi authorities.
- Legal operator and Dubai licence shown clearly
- No government seals, imitation portals or approval guarantees
- No misleading placeholder prices
- No passport uploads through the public website
Operator
FRIENDS GUIDE TRAVEL AND TOURISM L.L.C
Dubai DET licence 1525955
Shop No. 6, Friends Residency, Al Warsan 4, Phase 2, Dubai, UAE
Different journeys, clearly separated
Plan the place—not just the country.
These destinations illustrate the planning context. A transport ticket, an Umrah itinerary and a city break are different services and should be quoted that way.
Umrah planning
Makkah
Confirm entry permission, permits, hotel, room basis and transport.
Explore Umrah planning
Itinerary planning
AlUla
Build realistic transport and timed experiences around the destination.
Read the planning guide
Saudi city break
Jeddah
Keep flights, hotel, local transport and sightseeing visibly separate.
See Saudi travel helpQuestions before documents
Answers without the sales fog.
Rules change, and individual cases differ. These answers explain the boundaries before you speak with a consultant.
Does UAE residence automatically make me eligible?
GCC residents may be able to apply regardless of profession, but eligibility and approval still depend on the current route and the applicant's facts. Passport validity, residence validity, nationality and travel purpose are reviewed before payment.
How long will a Saudi visa decision take?
The official KSA Visa guidance says a complete paid application may take up to three working days, while exceptional cases can take longer. We separate our own review and filing time from the Saudi authority's decision time.
Can I perform Umrah with a tourist visa?
It may be permitted outside restricted periods, subject to the conditions of the issued visa and current Saudi rules. A Nusuk permit may also be required. Confirm the current position before travel.
What exactly is included in the displayed price?
Website amounts are starting prices. Only the dated written quotation is definitive; it separates the agency service, government or platform charges, mandatory insurance where applicable, VAT and optional travel services.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Visa approval, validity, stay conditions and entry at the border are decisions of the Saudi authorities. Our role is private document and travel assistance.
How do I start?
Send a WhatsApp enquiry with your nationality, UAE residence expiry, intended dates and number of travellers. Do not send full passport or identity-document images until a consultant confirms the appropriate secure channel.
Request a review
Start with facts, not passport files.
Complete the short form and review the WhatsApp message before sending it.