KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
How to Change Your Mobile Number in Absher — Without Logging In
If you’ve ever changed your SIM card and suddenly couldn’t log into Absher, you know how stressful that moment is. Your OTP goes to a number you no…
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Hajj 2026: Makkah Entry Permit Eligibility & Rules
If you’re an expat living in Saudi Arabia, this is one announcement you really cannot afford to ignore right now. Saudi Arabia has officially activated its Makkah entry…
Saudi Arabia Extends Expired Visas for Stranded Visitors Amid Regional Unrest
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has announced measures to address the status of foreign nationals holding expired visas who have been unable to leave the Kingdom due to…
Final Exit Visa in Saudi Arabia: Rules, Process & How to Apply
The final exit visa — known locally as Khurooj Nihai — is one of the most important documents any expatriate in Saudi Arabia will deal with. It permanently ends your…
How to Check Your Border Number Online in Saudi Arabia
If you’ve recently arrived in Saudi Arabia on a new visa, one of the first things you’ll need is your border number (رقم الحدود). This 10-digit code is…
Exit Re-Entry Visa in Saudi Arabia – Rules, Fees & How to Apply
If you’re an expatriate living and working in Saudi Arabia, the exit re-entry visa is one of the most important travel documents you’ll deal with. Whether you’re heading…
Absher Travel: Step-by-Step Guide for Saudi-Bahrain Border Crossing
If you’re planning to cross the King Fahd Causeway between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, there’s good news: you can now handle almost everything digitally before you even reach…
How to Register and Activate Your Absher Account: 2026 Guide
If you’re living or working in Saudi Arabia, creating an Absher account isn’t just helpful—it’s practically essential. This government platform has become the digital backbone for accessing over…
How to Renew a Driving License in Saudi Arabia
Renewing your Saudi driving license is a simple online process that can be completed through the Absher platform. However, certain conditions and payments must be fulfilled first. This…
How to Authorize Someone to Drive Your Vehicle via Absher in Saudi Arabia
If you’re a vehicle owner in Saudi Arabia and want to authorize someone else—whether a Saudi citizen or a resident—to drive your car, you can easily do it…
How to Issue Iqama for a Dependent Using Absher
The Absher platform in Saudi Arabia now offers a convenient service that allows a resident head of household to issue an Iqama (residence permit) for a dependent family…
Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has announced a new initiative allowing holders of expired visit visas in Saudi Arabia to extend their visas for the purpose of…