KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Tawakkalna App clarifies “Exempted” status category
Users who have the status “Exempted” on the app will be treated similarly to vaccinated users in terms of access to public places and travel, said Saudi Arabia’s…
How to use Mawid Services in the Sehhaty App
Mawid Service Mawid is an e-service that enables beneficiaries to schedule, cancel, or reschedule appointments at primary healthcare centers and manage referral appointments at any hospital via a…
How to Buy STC/Jawwy Premium Mobile Numbers Online
STC / Jawwy Premium Numbers Jawwy is STC‘s new mobile plan. It is entirely digital, operates via an app, and allows customers to customize, monitor, and manage their…
Saudia allows issuing Umrah permits when booking flights to Jeddah and Taif
Umrah Permit Service by Saudia Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) announced that travelers can issue “Umrah Permits” through the Saudia website when booking tickets to Jeddah or Taif starting…
Expats deported from the kingdom will not be allowed to return, except in one case: Jawazat
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) reiterated that expatriates deported from the kingdom are not allowed to return except in one case. The Jawazat confirmed this in its…
Saudi Arabia allows shops to remain open during prayer times
Saudi Arabia now allows shops and commercial establishments to remain open during prayer times. According to a circular issued by the Federation of Saudi Chambers on Thursday, commercial…
How to Change Mobile Number in Sehhaty App
Sehhaty App Sehhaty app provides health services to individuals in Saudi Arabia. The app helps to connect users to health information and medical e-services provided in the Kingdom.…
What is a health passport and how do you view it?
Health Passport Service The Tawakkalna app’s health passport service enables you to collect all of your health information in one place for easier travel procedures. Use of Health…
SWIFT/BIC Codes of Banks in Saudi Arabia
SWIFT stands for ‘Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication‘. The SWIFT code is an international bank code that identifies particular banks worldwide. It’s also known as a Bank…
How to Change Mobile Number in SNB AlAhli Bank
If you wish to change your mobile number registered with your SNB AlAhli Bank account (formerly NCB), you may do so by visiting your nearest SNB AlAhli Self…
Can You Get a Final Exit Visa for Your Dependent If You Have Unpaid Traffic Fines?
The short answer is no. If you have outstanding traffic penalties linked to your Iqama, you cannot issue a final exit visa for your family members or dependents…
How To Open A New Account With Bank Albilad Online
You can now open a new account with Albilad Bank online without visiting a branch. All you need to do is fill out a digital form and authenticate…