KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
Sara Haba Reached Makkah From Tunisia on a Bicycle
Tunisian woman Sara Haba became the first woman to reach the holy city of Makkah on a bicycle. She travelled to Makkah and made the pilgrimage journey in 53 days.…
Domestic Workers Can Now Transfer Sponsorship to Establishments
Domestic laborers are now allowed to transfer their sponsorship from individual sponsors to establishments, local media reported citing the Ministry of Labor and Social Development sources. However, there…
What is Mada Card’s CVV Number? And How To Find It?
CVV or Card Verification Value Finding your Mada card CVV number (Card Verification Value) is a way of protecting your account from being hacked. You’ll need to use…
How to Easily Refund Unused Iqama Funds
Refunding unused balance in your Iqama is a simple process that can be completed through various banking channels. Whether you’re using ATM, internet banking, or mobile banking, the…
Can You Re-Enter Saudi Arabia After Final Exit? Jawazat Clarifies
Many expatriates believe that leaving Saudi Arabia on a final exit visa means they can never return. This is a common misunderstanding. Saudi authorities have clarified that a final…
Fawri: Account Opening Process and Money Transfer Charges
Fawri Money Transfer is a specialized international money transfer service in Saudi Arabia, offering easy and convenient options for sending money abroad, both online and in person, for…
How to Cancel SIM Cards in Saudi Arabia
Whether you are moving out of the kingdom or simply want to have a few SIM cards in your name, you would need to cancel or permanently deactivate…
Saudi Arabia to Launch Penalty Point System for Traffic Violations
Following approval from the Ministry of Interior, Saudi Arabia will launch a new penalty point system for traffic violations, local media reported. The new rule will take effect…
Schengen, UK, and US Visa Holders Can Now Get Saudi eVisa — Here’s How
Good news if you hold a valid visa from a Schengen country, the UK, or the USA: you can now apply for a Saudi Arabia eVisa regardless of…
How to Download a Document Attested by Riyadh Chamber of Commerce Online?
Here is how to download a document attested by Riyadh Chamber of Commerce Online. To download the document, you must have the document reference number and Riyadh chamber of…
Everything to Know About Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa
Here is the most recent information about the family visit visa for expatriate residents, according to local media reports. Two Types of Family Visit Visas. Saudi Arabia currently…
Check Your Area’s Zain 5G Coverage
Zain KSA is a major telecom operator in Saudi Arabia. Zain is extending its 5G network coverage across Saudi Arabia. You can now check Zain 5G coverage by…