KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
List of Foreign Banks in Saudi Arabia
Foreign Banks in Saudi Arabia A foreign bank is a type of international bank that has branches in Saudi Arabia but is headquartered in another country. According to…
Absher activation can be done through bank channels
Now the activation of an Absher account can be done through a number of Saudi bank channels. The Absher account officially clarified that the account can be activated…
How to Find Kafeel’s Name, ID and Mobile Number
As an expat worker in Saudi Arabia, it is important to have accurate information about your kafeel or sponsor. Your kafeel is responsible for your visa, employment, and…
Conditions to Change the Profession in Saudi Arabia
Eligibility Conditions to Change Occupation in Saudi Arabia According to the Qiwa portal, the following are the eligibility conditions for changing the profession in Saudi Arabia. Company Eligibility…
Jawazat clarifies penalties for non-renewal of Iqama on time
Penalties for non-renewal of Iqama The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) clarified the penalties for failing to renew a residence permit on time. According to Jawazat, the following…
How to issue Umrah, Prayer, and Visit permits through the Tawakkalna app
Now citizens and expatriate residents can apply for permits to perform Umrah, visit, and prayer at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madina through…
How to share your profile through the Qiwa portal?
You can now share your profile with others through the Qiwa portal here is how, Login to the Qiwa platform https://auth.qiwa.sa/en/sign-in Select “Share Profile” under Services and Tools.…
How to Issue Exit Re-Entry Visa for Dependents
Exit Re-Entry Visa for Dependents Expat workers and their dependents (Residents) living in Saudi Arabia require an Exit-Re-Entry Visa to leave Saudi Arabia, temporarily. Following is the procedure…
Exit re-entry visas of expats outside the kingdom can be extended online – Jawazat
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has clarified that exit reentry visas of those expatriates outside the Kingdom can be extended online through their Sponsor’s Absher or Muqeem…
What Are the Penalties For a Bounce Cheque in Saudi Arabia?
Cheque Bounce is a Criminal Offence in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia considers cheque bounce a crime and imposes severe penalties on those who commit this offense. This article…
Saudi Arabia to conduct professional exams for new expat engineers before entering the Kingdom
Authorities in Saudi Arabia have decided to conduct a professional examination for expatriate engineers who seek to come to the Kingdom on new job visas. The new decision…
How to activate “Digital Iqama” in Absher?
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has launched digital versions of national identity cards for citizens and expatriates. The “Digital ID” or “Digital Iqama” can be accessed through the…