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Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Saudi Ministry Urges Public to Report Worker Accommodation Violations
Saudi authorities are continuing inspections of shared worker accommodation across the Kingdom while urging residents to report violations through official channels to help improve compliance with health, safety…
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Saudi Arabia Deports Over 49,500 Violators in Four Weeks
Saudi Arabia deported more than 49,500 residency, labour and border security violators during four consecutive weeks of nationwide inspection campaigns. Official Ministry of Interior figures show that 49,554 violators were…
How to Open an Al Rajhi Bank Account Online in Saudi Arabia (2026 Guide)
Opening an Al Rajhi Bank account has become much easier with the bank’s mobile app. If you meet the eligibility requirements, you can complete the entire account opening…
Saudi Civil Defense Recommends Keeping Fire Extinguishers at Home
The General Directorate of Civil Defense has emphasized the importance of keeping fire extinguishers in homes and learn how to use them correctly, saying proper preparedness can help…
Saudi Passport Jumps Four Places in Henley Passport Index 2026
Saudi Arabia’s passport has strengthened its global standing after climbing four places in the latest Henley Passport Index 2026. The Saudi passport now ranks 54th globally, up from 58th in 2025, while offering…
Saudi Arabia Executes Expat Convicted of Smuggling Heroin Into the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior announced on Thursday that it has carried out the death sentence against a Pakistani national convicted of smuggling heroin into the Kingdom. According…
Which GCC Country Has the Cheapest Fuel? July 2026 Price Comparison
Fuel prices across GCC countries differ due to each nation’s pricing policies and market regulations. While some countries adjust fuel prices every month based on international oil markets,…
Saudi Muroor Explains When You Can Move Your Vehicle After an Accident
The Saudi General Directorate of Traffic (Muroor) has clarified the situations in which drivers are allowed to move their vehicles from the scene of a traffic accident before…
How to Check Your Exit Re-Entry Visa Status in Saudi Arabia
If you have an Exit Re-Entry Visa for Saudi Arabia, you can easily check whether it is still valid and view important details such as your return deadline.…
Jawazat Enables Online Correction of Translated Names on Iqama
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has introduced a new electronic service that allows employers to correct the translated name (English Name) on an employee’s Resident Identity (Iqama) through…
Top 10 Most On-Time Airlines in the World – June 2026
Cirium has released its June 2026 On-Time Performance Report, revealing the world’s top-performing airlines based on on-time arrivals. Saudia topped the global rankings with an on-time arrival rate of 92.38%,…
Saudi Arabia Launches Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa with One-Year Validity
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new multiple-entry Umrah visa that allows pilgrims to visit the Kingdom multiple times within one year to perform Umrah. The new visa, launched by the Ministry…