Life in KSA

How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)

So you’ve arrived in the Kingdom. The sun is blazing, the highways are wide, and everyone around you seems to be driving with great confidence — and sometimes, surprisingly fast speeds. At some point, you’re going to need to get behind the wheel yourself. Getting a driving license in Saudi Arabia as an expat is ... <a title="How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/driving-license-in-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)">Read more</a>

Expats in Saudi Arabia Could Lose Qiwa Registration Without Valid Work Permits

Saudi Arabia’s Qiwa platform, operating under the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, has issued updated guidelines placing firm limits on employment contracts for Saudi nationals and tightening residency-linked work permit requirements for non-Saudi employees, Okaz/Saudi Gazette reported. What Expats Need to Know The Qiwa platform stated that the registration of non-Saudi employees must ... <a title="Expats in Saudi Arabia Could Lose Qiwa Registration Without Valid Work Permits" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/qiwa-work-permit-rules/" aria-label="Read more about Expats in Saudi Arabia Could Lose Qiwa Registration Without Valid Work Permits">Read more</a>

HRSD Issues Strict Warning Over Fake Saudization in Private Sector

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has issued urgent warnings to several private sector companies after detecting signs of suspected “fake Saudization” practices. The ministry warned that companies found violating Saudization regulations could face serious legal consequences. HRSD said that many establishments previously flagged for similar indicators were later found to ... <a title="HRSD Issues Strict Warning Over Fake Saudization in Private Sector" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hrsd-issues-strict-warning-over-fake-saudization/" aria-label="Read more about HRSD Issues Strict Warning Over Fake Saudization in Private Sector">Read more</a>

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. The ministry noted that Sehhaty is a unified platform that enables pilgrims to complete all required health procedures in one place. The app is part of the ... <a title="Health Ministry Explains Hajj Vaccine Booking Process on Sehhaty Platform" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hajj-vaccine-booking/" aria-label="Read more about Health Ministry Explains Hajj Vaccine Booking Process on Sehhaty Platform">Read more</a>

How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)

Most expats in Saudi Arabia don’t think about huroob until something goes wrong — a blocked Iqama renewal, a failed job transfer, or a sudden restriction on Absher. That’s usually when the search begins. Here’s how to check your status quickly using three official Saudi platforms. What Is Huroob? Huroob (هروب) means “runaway” or “absconding” ... <a title="How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/check-iqama-huroob-status/" aria-label="Read more about How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)">Read more</a>

How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia

A salary certificate is an official document that confirms your employment and outlines exactly what you earn. It is an officially issued digital document linked to your employment contract on the Qiwa platform, including your basic salary, allowances, bonuses, and total pay. Because it is issued through an official government-linked platform, institutions generally consider it ... <a title="How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/qiwa-salary-certificate/" aria-label="Read more about How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>