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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 July 25.  According to Saudia, travelers can apply for Umrah permits after purchasing tickets on eligible flights, and the service is only available for flights to Jeddah ... <a title="Saudia allows issuing Umrah permits when booking flights to Jeddah and Taif" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudia-allows-issuing-umrah-permits-when-booking-flights-to-jeddah-and-taif/" aria-label="Read more about Saudia allows issuing Umrah permits when booking flights to Jeddah and Taif">Read more</a>

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 response to a person’s inquiry about the possibility of his return to the Kingdom following his deportation. According to Jawazat, any expatriate who has been deported is ... <a title="Expats deported from the kingdom will not be allowed to return, except in one case: Jawazat" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/expats-deported-from-the-kingdom-are-not-allowed-to-return-except-in-one-case-jawazat/" aria-label="Read more about Expats deported from the kingdom will not be allowed to return, except in one case: Jawazat">Read more</a>

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 and economic activities can also continue throughout business hours, including prayer times. According to the federation, this decision is part of the preventive measures taken to prevent ... <a title="Saudi Arabia allows shops to remain open during prayer times" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-permits-shops-to-remain-open-during-prayer-times/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia allows shops to remain open during prayer times">Read more</a>

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. Sehhaty app allows users to schedule coronavirus vaccine appointments and download COVID-19 vaccine certificates. Here is a quick guide on How to change your mobile number in ... <a title="How to Change Mobile Number in Sehhaty App" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-update-mobile-number-in-sehhaty-app/" aria-label="Read more about How to Change Mobile Number in Sehhaty App">Read more</a>

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 Passport Health passports in the Tawakkalna app show all travel-related health information, including: Immunization status and history PCR tests and results Information about COVID-19 travel insurance and ... <a title="What is a health passport and how do you view it?" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/what-is-health-passport-and-how-to-view-it-in-tawakkalna-app/" aria-label="Read more about What is a health passport and how do you view it?">Read more</a>

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 Identifier Code (BIC). Banks use SWIFT codes to send money to overseas banks. The SWIFT or BIC codes for Saudi banks are listed below. The SWIFT code consists ... <a title="SWIFT/BIC Codes of Banks in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/swift-code-of-saudi-banks-and-financial-institutions/" aria-label="Read more about SWIFT/BIC Codes of Banks in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>