The best way to transfer money from India to Saudi Arabia is by wire transfer through the SWIFT network. ExTravelMoney is an online marketplace connecting you with RBI’s AD-Category II licensed exchange houses and prominent banks all over India. You can compare and get the best exchange rates and lowest bank fees compared to directly approaching them, and that too with zero platform fee.

Under the RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) , Indian residents and NRIs can transfer funds to Saudi Arabia for approved purposes by submitting the required KYC documents. Here are the purposes for which you can transfer funds:

• Tourism and pilgrimage expenses
  Thousands of Indians travel to Saudi Arabia each year for religious pilgrimages like Hajj and Umrah, or to explore the country's rich culture and historical sites. Send money to cover expenses for your journey, support loved ones on their pilgrimage, or facilitate travel arrangements with Saudi Arabian agents and hotels.
• NRI repatriation
  Non-resident Indians (NRIs) can conveniently transfer their income earned in India from their Indian bank accounts to their Saudi Arabian bank accounts. This allows easy access to funds while residing in Saudi Arabia.
• Financial support of close relatives
  Provide financial assistance to close family members residing in Saudi Arabia, such as parents, siblings, or children, for their daily needs or emergencies.
• Gift to a Saudi Arabia resident
  Send a monetary gift to friends or relatives residing in Saudi Arabia for special occasions, celebrations, or to show your support.

• Emigration and visa fees
  Saudi Arabia offers diverse employment opportunities, attracting skilled workers from India. Ensure a smooth transition by sending money to cover visa fees and other relocation expenses.

• Medical treatment expenses
  Send money to cover medical costs for yourself or a loved one seeking treatment in Saudi Arabia.

• Conference & training fees
  Pay for conference registration, training programs, or professional development courses in Saudi Arabia.

• Educational payments
  Send money to Saudi Arabia for tuition fees at schools, universities or colleges for yourself or a family member. You can also financially support Indian students to manage their living costs.

• Beneficiary Name & Address in Saudi Arabia (as mentioned in the bank)
• Bank Name & Address
• SWIFT Code & Routing number
• Account Number

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We understand the importance of timely transfers. When you send money to Saudi Arabia through ExTravelMoney, your funds typically reach the beneficiary within 4 to 48 working hours. To ensure the fastest possible transfer:

Send your payment before 2 PM IST. This allows us to initiate your wire transfer on the same day. Avoid weekends and holidays such as Saturdays, Sundays, and US holidays as these can cause delays in international transfers. Plan your transfer accordingly to avoid these delays.

ExTravelMoney follows the RBI’s LRS annual limits for India to Saudi Arabia money transfers. We do not exercise any daily, monthly or annual limits apart from the LRS limit.