KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Visiting Investor’ Visa: Everything You Need to Know
Understanding the ‘Visiting Investor’ e-Visa Saudi Arabia, recognizing the need to streamline international investments, has recently rolled out its new ‘Visiting Investor‘ Visa service. Designed to make investor…

How to Verify Your Saudi QR Code eVisa
Understanding and Checking Your Saudi eVisa Saudi Arabia has made visa processes simpler and more digital, including for countries like India and Bangladesh. They’ve replaced traditional passport stickers…

Saudi Arabia Introduces QR Code e-Visas for 7 Countries
A New Era of Visa Processing Saudi Arabia has recently made a significant change in its visa process by replacing the traditional visa sticker with a QR code-based…

How to Book Wafid (GAMCA) Medical Appointment Online
The Essential Guide to Booking Your Online Wafid (GAMCA) Medical Examination Appointment The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which include Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar,…

Saudi Arabia 96-Hour Transit Visa: Everything You Need To Know
A Comprehensive Guide to Transit/Stopover Visas in Saudi Arabia Whether you are planning a short stay in Saudi Arabia or just passing through, it is essential to understand…

How to Check Your Family Visit Visa Status in Saudi Arabia
Applying for a family visit visa in Saudi Arabia can feel like a big task, but checking its status doesn’t have to be complicated. Thanks to the Ministry…

How to Check Wafid Medical Report Status by Passport Number (GAMCA)
Are you planning to move to KSA for work? If you are from one of the 20 countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Philippines, you will need…

Temporary Work Visa in Saudi Arabia: All You Need to Know
Temporary Work Visa in Saudi Arabia A temporary work visa is a type of visa that allows foreign workers to work in Saudi Arabia for a limited period…

Marriage Certificate Attestation for Saudi Visa
Everything You Need to Know About Attesting Marriage Certificates for Saudi Family Visas If you are married and plan to bring your spouse to Saudi Arabia on a…

Saudia to Offer 96-Hour Free Tourist Visa With Flight Tickets
Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, Saudia, is planning to launch a new program that will allow tourists to enter the Kingdom for a period of 96 hours by offering…

5 Steps to Scheduling a U.S. Visa Appointment in Saudi Arabia
U.S. Visa Appointment in Saudi Arabia Are you planning a trip to the United States and in need of a visa? If you are currently located in Saudi…

How to Apply for a Schengen Visa from Saudi Arabia
Obtaining a Schengen Visa as a Resident of Saudi Arabia If you are a resident of Saudi Arabia and you are planning to travel to a country in…

