KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has announced a new initiative allowing holders of expired visit visas in Saudi Arabia to extend their visas for the purpose of…
Saudi Water Authority Offers 3 Months to Legalize Illegal Water Connections
The Saudi Water Authority has launched an incentive initiative to encourage individuals with unauthorized water and sewage connections to regularize their status with the National Water Company. The…
6-Month Grace Period to Fix Status of Absent Domestic Workers
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has started a 6-month grace period from today (Sunday) for domestic workers reported as absent from work (huroob) who…
Understanding Article 75: How Expats Can Save on Traffic Fines in KSA
Saudi Arabia introduced a 25% discount on traffic fines for violations committed on or after April 18, 2024, under Article 75 of the Traffic Law. This ongoing initiative aims to encourage timely fine…
Saudization of Four Health Professions Begins Today
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, has announced the start of a new Saudization program for four health professions in the private…
Saudi Arabia Launches New Digital Platform for Hajj Permits: Tasreeh
The Ministry of Interior, in partnership with the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), has launched a new digital platform called Tasreeh. This platform will make it easier…
Hajj 2025 Travel Restrictions for Expats in Saudi Arabia Explained
The Ministry of Interior in Saudi Arabia has announced important rules and procedures for the upcoming Hajj season 2025. These steps are taken to make sure everything runs…
How to Update Passport Info on Absher Without Visiting Jawazat in 2025
If you’re an expat living in Saudi Arabia and you’ve recently renewed your passport, there’s good news. You no longer need to visit the Jawazat (General Directorate of…
Saudi Arabia Work Contracts: Types, Terms & Employee Rights
If you are working in Saudi Arabia, it’s important to understand the types of employment contracts and what they mean for your job. Different contracts come with different…
How to Check Your Saudi Visa Status in 2025
If you’ve applied for a Saudi visa—whether it’s a work visa, family visit visa, tourist visa, Umrah visa, or any other type—it’s important to keep track of your…
How to Obtain Saudi Citizenship as an Expat Professional
Saudi Arabia has become an attractive destination for expats, thanks to its robust economy, cultural heritage, and ambitious Vision 2030 reforms. While obtaining Saudi citizenship as a foreigner…
300,000 New Job Opportunities in the Saudi Transport Sector
The Saudi transport sector is set to create 300,000 new job opportunities, according to the Chairman of the Public Transport Authority and Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistics, Dr. Rumaih Al-Rumaih.…