KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
How to Extend Health Insurance to Renew Your Visitor Visa in KSA
Procedure to extend Health Insurance validity to renew visit visa in Saudi Arabia Here’s How to Extend Health Insurance Validity to Renew Visit Visas in Saudi Arabia. Here…
Understanding ‘MOFA’ and ‘MOFA Number’ in Saudi Arabia
What is MOFA in Saudi Arabia In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, commonly abbreviated as MOFA, plays a pivotal role in international relations…
Check Umrah Visa Status and Fees by Passport Number
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a new service to check Umrah Visa Status and Applicable fees. There is no fee for the Umrah pilgrimage for…
How to Check and Pay the Work Permit Levy or “Maktab Amal Fees”
Paying the work permit fees is essential for the renewal of Iqama. Without clearing these fees, Iqama renewal cannot proceed. Here’s a step-by-step guide to check your work…
How to Message on WhatsApp Without Saving Numbers
WhatsApp is the top messaging app used worldwide. Usually, to chat with someone new, you’d save their number first. But, there’s an easy trick to message people without…
How to Use Al Rajhi Bank’s Kiosk (ASRAA)
Al Rajhi Bank’s Self Service Kiosk, known as ASRAA, is a convenient and innovative solution for various banking needs that aims to simplify the customer experience and move…
How to Correct Your Name on Iqama: A Step-by-Step Guide
Finding a mistake in your name on your Iqama can be frustrating, but fixing it is simpler than you might think. This guide is here to walk you…
How to Register on Mumaris Plus for Health Practitioners
Creating a new Mumaris account for health practitioners in Saudi Arabia is an essential step for anyone in the healthcare field planning to work within the Kingdom. This…
How to Use Mada Card for Online Shopping
Mada Card in Saudi Arabia The Mada card is a debit card issued by local banks in Saudi Arabia that allows cardholders to access funds in their accounts.…
How to Create an E-P.O Box with Saudi Post: A Simple Guide
In today’s digital age, Saudi Post is leading the change in how we send and get mail. They have a new service called E-P.O Box that makes receiving…
New Huroob Rules in Saudi Arabia
What is Huroob? Huroob is a term used in Saudi Arabia for employees who leave their job without informing their employer, leading to the employer reporting them as…
5 Methods to Check Your Traffic Violation Number in Saudi Arabia
There are times when you may need to check your traffic violation number in Saudi Arabia, whether for settling fines, challenging charges, or simply keeping track of your…