KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Zain International Credit/Data Transfer Service: How to Use it
Zain International Balance Transfer Service Are you a Zain KSA prepaid user looking to transfer credit or data to international numbers in countries such as Pakistan, the Philippines,…
How to Reset Absher Password Online
Forgot Absher password? Absher is an important e-service portal for citizens and residents in Saudi Arabia. Absher portal enables citizens and expatriates to access a variety of government…
How to Update Iqama Expiry Date with Al Rajhi Bank
Al Rajhi Bank account holders are required to update their iqama expiry date with the bank after their iqama renewal. You can now update the expiration date of…
Al Rajhi Bank Mada Card: How to Renew and Print at Kiosk
Are you looking to renew your Al Rajhi Bank ATM card? Forget the old days of visiting a branch, getting a token, waiting for hours, signing documents, and…
How To Transfer Money From STC Pay To An International Bank Account
STC Pay is the digital payment arm of STC (Saudi Telecom Company), the largest telco operator in the Kingdom. STC Pay is a leading digital wallet service in…
How to Open a Bank Account in Saudi Arabia
If you are living in Saudi Arabia, it is essential to have a bank account. Saudi banks are regulated by the Central Bank of Saudi Arabia (SAMA) and…
See the Updated List of Absher Machine Locations
Absher Machine Locations in Your Area Absher is an online platform in Saudi Arabia that provides citizens and expatriates in the kingdom a variety of governmental services. Activation…
How to Use Sehhaty App’s Immediate Consultation Service
Immediate Consultation Service Sehhaty App is a health application provided under the supervision of the Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia. It aims to promote a healthy lifestyle…
How to Accept Transfer Request in Qiwa
Employee approval is required for iqama transfers (sponsorship transfers) following the implementation of the Labor Reform Initiative (LRI) in Saudi Arabia. This article explains how can an employee accepts…
How to Register as a Technician with the SCE
Procedure to Register as Technician with Saudi Council of Engineers Expatriate engineers and technicians working in Saudi Arabia are required to register with the Saudi Council of Engineers…
How To Pay Your Exit Re-Entry Visa Fee Online
The exit re-entry visa grants foreign residents in Saudi Arabia the ability to temporarily depart and re-enter the country. Obtaining this visa requires a fee payment. This article…
How to Cancel SEC Fixed Bill Service (Tayseer Program)
The fixed bill service (Tayseer program) of the Saudi Electricity Company allows customers to pay a monthly fixed rate bill based on their average monthly consumption over the…