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Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.

Health Ministry Explains Hajj Vaccine Booking Process on Sehhaty Platform
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has explained how pilgrims can book Hajj vaccinations through “Sehhaty,” the government’s official digital health app, ahead of the 1447 AH Hajj season.…
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Who Should Receive an RSV Vaccine? Saudi Health Council Explains
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common virus that affects the respiratory system, often causing symptoms similar to the common cold. While many may recover without complications, RSV…

10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know
Dates are a tasty and nutritious fruit that many people enjoy, especially in the Middle East. They have been grown for thousands of years and come in many…

No More Paper Certificates for Children’s Vaccinations, Digital Only
The Ministry of Health has announced that it will no longer issue paper vaccination certificates for children, switching to digital certificates instead. These can be obtained by applying…

CHI Sets Maximum Fees for Doctor Consultations
Saudi Council of Health Insurance Standardises Doctor Consultation Fees The Saudi Council of Health Insurance has fixed maximum fees for doctor consultations. In a statement, the council disclosed…

How to Check Wafid Medical Report Status by Passport Number (GAMCA)
Are you planning to move to KSA for work? If you are from one of the 20 countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Philippines, you will need…

MOH Prohibits Private Hospitals from Holding Patients or Corpses for Unpaid Bills
The Saudi Ministry of Health clarified that no private health firms in Saudi Arabia have the authority to detain patients, newborns, or dead bodies of patients treated in…

How to Check Medical Certificate Issuance Status on MOFA
Checking the Status of a Medical Certificate for a Saudi Work Visa Saudi work visas require foreign individuals from countries such as India, Pakistan, the Philippines, and Bangladesh…

How To Stay Safe During a Dust Storm
A dust storm, also called a haboob, is a large airborne mass of dust. These storms can form anywhere in the world but are most common in arid…

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 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…

Best Cupping (Hijama) Therapy Centers in Riyadh
What is Hijama or Cupping Therapy Cupping, also known as Hijama in Arabic, is a traditional therapeutic practice that involves applying suction to the skin. This method is…

