Visa Officer

Embassy of Denmark in Riyadh; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A diplomatic mission in Saudi Arabia is seeking a full-time Visa Officer to join their visa team on a temporary basis. The position involves examining visa applications, managing IT system registrations, and handling correspondence. A strong command of English is essential, while knowledge of Arabic and Schengen visa regulations is advantageous. Applicants must submit a CV, motivation letter, and two reference letters. The deadline for applications is February 12, 2026.

Benefits

Paid holiday accumulated at 2.08 days per month

Equal opportunities for all

Training and onboard experience

Qualifications

• Excellent command of written and spoken English, knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the Schengen visa rules is an advantage.
• Assertive personality and ability to maintain competent case handling.
• Flexible towards non-visa work tasks when needed.

Responsibilities

• Examine Schengen visa and residence permit applications, including supporting documentation.
• Register applications in the relevant IT systems.
• Correspond with applicants and other stakeholders.
• Process cases according to Schengen Visa Code and Danish national legislation.

Skills

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Knowledge of Arabic

Knowledge of Schengen visa rules

Teamwork ability

Assertive personality

Job description

Overview

The Royal Danish Embassy in Riyadh is looking for a full-time Visa Officer to join the Embassy’s visa team on a temporary basis (6 months during peak season, effective April 2026). This position is on locally employed conditions and open for both EU/Schengen country nationals and other nationals.

Responsibilities

• Examination of Schengen visa and residence permit applications, incl. supporting documentation; interviews of applicants
• Registration of applications in the relevant IT systems
• Written correspondence with applicants and other members of the public
• Case processing according to the Schengen Visa Code and Danish national legislation

After thorough onboarding by experienced colleagues, you will be familiar with complex Danish and Schengen legislation and be able to handle applications in an efficient and competent manner with a high level of service.

Requirements

• Excellent command of written and spoken English, knowledge of Arabic is an advantage
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of the Schengen visa rules is an advantage
• Assertive personality and ability to maintain competent case handling, also during peak season
• Flexible towards non-visa work tasks when needed

Employment conditions

• Full-time temporary employment contract position based on the Embassy’s Staff Rules
• Standard working hours: 40 hours per week
• Paid holiday accumulated by 2.08 days per month. Some local holidays are in addition to this
• Salary will reflect qualifications, relevant experience, and proven work-related results.

Application and recruitment process

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a motivated application in English with the following documents:

2 reference letters in English

Copy of passport

to [e-mail] no later than 12 February, 2026 – COB. Please indicate “Visa Officer” in the subject line.

Please make sure to merge all the above documents into one PDF file.

Applicants must present a current "No Criminal Record" and pass security clearance prior to appointment.

The Embassy emphasizes equal opportunities for all. Selected candidates will be invited for interviews, expected to take place shortly after the application deadline.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Questions

Questions:
For any questions regarding the positions, please contact the Visa Team at [e-mail] and mark your e-mail “Visa Officer”.

Visa Officer Temporary • Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia