KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Tasheel Credit Cards in Saudi Arabia: Features, Eligibility, Cashback & Fees
Looking for a credit card in Saudi Arabia without salary transfer requirements? Tasheel offers Shariah-compliant credit cards for both Saudis and expatriates, with cashback rewards, airport lounge access,…
Checking Your Credit Score in Saudi Arabia Is Easier Than You Think
If you are planning to apply for a personal loan, car finance, home financing, or even a new credit card in Saudi Arabia, checking your credit score beforehand…
Saudi Arabia Lowers Customs Declaration Threshold from SAR 60,000 to SAR 40,000
Travelers entering or leaving Saudi Arabia should be aware of an important change to the Kingdom’s customs declaration rules. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has reduced…
Saudi Arabia to Introduce Mandatory Occupational Fitness and Health Screenings for Employees
The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced a new framework that will introduce mandatory occupational fitness assessments and non-communicable disease (NCD) screenings for employees…
How to Extend a Single or Multiple Visit Visa Through Absher in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia allows eligible visitors to extend their single-entry and multiple-entry visit visas online through the Absher platform, provided they meet the required conditions set by the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat).…
How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)
So you’ve arrived in the Kingdom. The sun is blazing, the highways are wide, and everyone around you seems to be driving with great confidence — and sometimes,…
Saudi Arabia to Start Issuing 1448 AH Umrah Visas From May 31
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the upcoming key dates for the 1448 AH Umrah season. According to the ministry’s 1448 AH Umrah calendar, the issuance…
Health Ministry Explains Hajj Vaccine Booking Process on Sehhaty Platform
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has explained how pilgrims can book Hajj vaccinations through “Sehhaty,” the government’s official digital health app, ahead of the 1447 AH Hajj season.…
How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)
Most expats in Saudi Arabia don’t think about huroob until something goes wrong — a blocked Iqama renewal, a failed job transfer, or a sudden restriction on Absher.…
How Much Does It Cost to Withdraw Money Abroad with a Mada Card?
Planning a trip back home? Before you land and head to the nearest ATM, there’s something worth knowing: using your Saudi mada card for cash withdrawals abroad isn’t…
How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia
A salary certificate is an official document that confirms your employment and outlines exactly what you earn. It is an officially issued digital document linked to your employment…
SFDA Issues Medication Clearance Guidelines for Hajj Pilgrims
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has outlined the regulations and procedures for pilgrims who need to carry medications containing narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances for personal…