Malaysia - Consulate of Saudi Arabia in Penang

You are a Malaysian citizen or you are from Saudi Arabia and are looking for information on the consulate of Saudi Arabia in Penang situated in Malaysia. A consulate in Penang could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Saudi Arabia. It all depends on the importance of Penang and Malaysia in the relationships with the government of Saudi Arabia.

The difference between consulates found in Penang are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of Saudi Arabia in Malaysia besides Penang

Or the embassy of Saudi Arabia in Malaysia

Saudi Arabian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 4th Floor, Wisma Chinese Chamber No. 258, Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Email: myemb@mofa.gov.sa saembssy@tm.net.my - Tel: (+60) 3 4257 9433 (+60) 3 4257 9825 / 31 - Website:

Consulate Appointment in Penang

Most consulates in Penang need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Saudi Arabia in Penang first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Penang do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Malaysia or Saudi Arabia.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Penang please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.