Need urgent help/advice about getting a visit visa for my Ethiopian boyfriend – sponsor is stalling :(
Posted by mxra1243@reddit | expats | View on Reddit | 11 comments
Hi everyone, I’m really in need of help or advice. My Ethiopian boyfriend has been living in Saudi his whole life he’s still there now and we’ve been trying to get him a visit visa (for 1 or preferably 2 months), but it’s been a frustrating mess. His sponsor is suddenly acting up, and the guy who was supposed to sort the visa has been taking forever. At this point, we’re not even sure if he’s going to go through with it or just stalling.
It’s extra painful because it honestly feels like racism is part of the reason everything’s being delayed. It’s like no one wants to help just because of where he’s from, even though he’s lived there his entire life and done nothing wrong. I hate wasting time when maybe there’s someone else out there who can help or give better advice.
If anyone knows of a faster route, a better option, or someone reliable who can help with a visit visa to Saudi (even if it’s just for a month), please reach out or drop a comment. We’re open to anything that can help move this forward.
Thank you so much in advance. I really appreciate any help or even just being heard.
LynnSeattle@reddit
What is the emergency that’s causing this urgent need for a different type of visa?
mxra1243@reddit (OP)
job applications and future opportunities.
LynnSeattle@reddit
And this is urgent because?
At 18, you should not be this involved in planning the future of a man you have never met in person.
_Not-A-Monkey-Slut_@reddit
You're 18, you've "known" him for less than a year... how do you know he isn't scamming you? Or that he isn't the one stalling bc he just wants you to send him money to "get this sorted out"
mxra1243@reddit (OP)
I get the concern, but he’s never asked me for money not once. We talk and FaceTime daily, and I know exactly where he lives and works. He’s not stalling; it’s his sponsor who’s holding things up. I’ve been careful and realistic from the start
strzibny@reddit
You say you need visit visa for someone who is still there? I don't get it.
mxra1243@reddit (OP)
Yes, sorry for the confusion. My boyfriend is currently living in Saudi, but he’s there on a work visa tied to a sponsor. What we’re trying to do is get him a visit visa so he can temporarily leave and return, or have a separate type of visa arranged that gives more flexibility (like visiting me or traveling).
The issue is that his sponsor is stalling, and the person who was supposed to help with the visa isn’t following through and it’s getting really stressful. That’s why I’m reaching out to see if anyone knows a better way or alternative options.
strzibny@reddit
So you need a permit to leave? It's strange but hey it's Saudi, so I guess I am not that surprised.
mxra1243@reddit (OP)
arab countries r racist sadly
sally_says@reddit
You have posted the same question in six subreddits over the last week and have been given informative advice. Your best bet at this point would be to consult a professional with expertise in this area.
mxra1243@reddit (OP)
I’m not trying to spam or ignore advice I’m just trying every possible door before giving up on something that really matters to me. plus ppl respond give hope are interested then no response days later