KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Keep These Safety Essentials in Your Vehicle: Saudi Moroor
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor) has reminded motorists to keep essential safety equipment in their vehicles to help deal with emergencies and improve road safety. According…
Updated Indian Passport Fees in Saudi Arabia from July 2026
The Embassy of India in Riyadh has announced revised passport and passport-related service fees for Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia. The new charges came into effect on July 1,…
Saudi Arabia Raises Buy Now, Pay Later Financing Limit to SAR 10,000
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has increased the maximum outstanding financing limit for individual customers using Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services from SAR 5,000 to SAR 10,000. The new limit…
Saudi Arabia Begins Enforcing 30% Saudization in Engineering Professions
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), in cooperation with the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, has begun implementing the decision to increase the Saudization…
Saudi Arabia Extends Work Permit Correction Deadline Until End of 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has extended the deadline for employers to rectify the status of expatriate workers whose work permits expired more…
Saudia Offers One-Time Free Booking Change on International Flights This Summer
Saudia has announced a one-time free booking change for passengers traveling on international flights as part of its Summer 2026 travel campaign. The offer is among several benefits introduced by the national…
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…
2026 FIFA World Cup: Public Viewing Locations Across Riyadh Region
The Riyadh Region Municipality has announced 12 public viewing locations in Riyadh city and more than 52 additional locations across the governorates and regional centers as part of the “World Cup…
Saudi Arabia Updates Power Bank Rules for Air Travelers
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has recently announced updated regulations governing the carriage and use of power banks on flights operating through Saudi airports. The new…
HRSD: Employers Must Provide Seats for Sales Cashiers and Reception Staff
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has reminded private sector establishments that they are required to provide seating for employees working in sales cashier and reception positions. According…
Saudi Arabia Traffic Fines and Violations: Complete Guide
Driving in Saudi Arabia comes with clear rules — and real consequences for breaking them. The General Traffic Department (Muroor), operating under the Ministry of Interior, enforces a…