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

Travel Between Makkah and Madinah: Distance, Routes, and Best Transport Options
Makkah and Madinah—Islam’s two holiest cities—welcome millions of Muslim pilgrims every year. Many visitors performing Umrah, Hajj, or visiting the Prophet’s Mosque often need to travel between the two cities. The distance…

How to Check Available Funds in Your Iqama
Expatriate residents requiring government services in Saudi Arabia, such as Iqama renewal, issuance of exit re-entry visas, and sponsorship transfers, need to deposit fees into their Iqama number…

How To Change Your Photo In Iqama
What is Iqama The Iqama is a residence permit issued by the Ministry of Interior to Foreigners in Saudi Arabia. The Iqama is a plastic card, similar to…

How to Book a Saudia Flight Online: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
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Saudi Arabia Bans Use Of National Flag, Emblem For Promotional Purposes
Using Saudi Flag, Emblem for Promotional Purposes is Illegal Saudi Arabia has banned using its National flag and emblem in promotions, and the Ministry of Commerce warns that…

Urpay Customer Care Number And Ways To Contact
How to Contact Urpay Customer Service Urpay is a mobile app that is based on digital banking solutions and allows users to transfer money from wallet to wallet…

Jeddah Buses: Routes, Cards, and Tips for Expats
If you’re new to Jeddah or looking for a cost-effective way to get around the city, Jeddah’s public bus system is a great option. Operated by SAPTCO (Saudi Public…

How to Check How Many Employees in your Company Online
Introduction Have you ever wondered how many people are working in your company or the sponsor in Saudi Arabia? This information is now available online. This post will…

Which Is Better? Apple Or Android: The Pros And Cons Of Both
Introduction Apple and Android are the two most popular smartphone operating systems in the world. Choosing which to go with can be a difficult task because of all…

How To Register On The Mudad Platform
What is the Mudad platform? Mudad is an online platform launched by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia which monitors payroll violations by…

SR 100 Fine for Speaking Loudly in Public Places
Saudi authorities to impose a fine of SR 100 on anyone who raises his voice in public places in a way that hurts others. Saudi Arabia’s Public Decorum…

MOH Prohibits Private Hospitals from Holding Patients or Corpses for Unpaid Bills
The Saudi Ministry of Health clarified that no private health firms in Saudi Arabia have the authority to detain patients, newborns, or dead bodies of patients treated in…

