**Schengen Visa Overview:**
- The Schengen Visa allows travelers to visit multiple European Union member
countries with a single visa.
- It is beneficial for those planning to visit several European countries on
the same trip.
**Schengen Visa Member Countries:**
- Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden.
- Additionally, non-EU member states Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland are part of the Schengen Area.
**Issuing of Schengen Visa:**
- Visa must be obtained from the embassy or consulate of the country where the
traveler will stay the longest.
- If traveling to only one Schengen country, visa must be obtained from that
country's embassy.
- If traveling to multiple Schengen countries, visa must be obtained from the
embassy of the country where the traveler will stay the longest.
- If the length of stay is equal in two countries, visa should be obtained
from the embassy of the country the traveler intends to visit first.
- Immigration officers may ask for proof of air ticket and travel itinerary.
**Visa Requirements for Saudis:**
- Completed application form signed by the applicant.
- Original passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Confirmed flight ticket.
- Hotel booking for accommodation.
- Employer letter detailing the purpose of the journey, applicant's salary,
position, and duration of employment contract (in English).
- International medical insurance.
**Visa Requirements for Non-Saudis:**
- All requirements for Saudis apply.
- Copy of the Iqama (residence permit).
- Exit-reentry visa valid for two months from the date of issuance of the
Schengen visa.
- International medical insurance.
These requirements outline the necessary documents and procedures for obtaining a Schengen Visa for travelers from Saudi Arabia and non-Saudi residents. It's essential for travelers to ensure they fulfill all requirements before applying for the visa.