Jawazat

Information and updates on services provided by the Jawazat (passport office).

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  • 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 longer use, and you’re stuck. The good news? The Absher app now lets you update your registered mobile number without needing to log in first — entirely through the ... <a title="How to Change Your Mobile Number in Absher — Without Logging In" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/change-absher-mobile-number-without-login/" aria-label="Read more about How to Change Your Mobile Number in Absher — Without Logging In">Read more</a>

    May 2, 2026 By Mohammed Ameen
  • 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 ongoing regional circumstances. The ministry said the measures apply to holders of all types of visit visas, as well as Umrah, transit, and final exit visas that ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Extends Expired Visas for Stranded Visitors Amid Regional Unrest" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-extends-expired-visas-stranded-visitors-2026/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Extends Expired Visas for Stranded Visitors Amid Regional Unrest">Read more</a>

    March 25, 2026 By Mohammed Ameen
  • 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 legal residency in the Kingdom, cancels your Iqama (residence permit), and allows you to leave Saudi Arabia for good. Whether your work contract has ended, you’ve resigned, ... <a title="Final Exit Visa in Saudi Arabia: Rules, Process & How to Apply" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/final-exit-visa-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Final Exit Visa in Saudi Arabia: Rules, Process & How to Apply">Read more</a>

    March 14, 2026 By Mohammed Ameen
  • 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 the border. The Absher Travel service lets Saudi citizens and residents create travel requests, pay causeway fees, arrange vehicle insurance, and verify compliance—all through the Absher app. It’s designed ... <a title="Absher Travel: Step-by-Step Guide for Saudi-Bahrain Border Crossing" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/absher-travel-service-guide/" aria-label="Read more about Absher Travel: Step-by-Step Guide for Saudi-Bahrain Border Crossing">Read more</a>

    February 4, 2026 By Mohammed Ameen
  • 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 final departure, regardless of the visa type or category. Grace period started on June 26, 2025 The grace period began on 1 Muharram 1447 AH, corresponding to ... <a title="Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/expired-visit-visa-extension-final-departure-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat">Read more</a>

    June 27, 2025 By Mohammed Ameen
  • How to Update Passport Info on Absher Without Visiting Jawazat in 2025

    If you’re an expat living in Saudi Arabia and you’ve recently renewed your passport, there’s good news. You no longer need to visit the Jawazat (General Directorate of Passports) office in person to update your passport details. The Absher platform now lets your employer handle this process online—quickly and conveniently. Here’s a simple guide to ... <a title="How to Update Passport Info on Absher Without Visiting Jawazat in 2025" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/update-passport-absher-expats-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about How to Update Passport Info on Absher Without Visiting Jawazat in 2025">Read more</a>

    April 10, 2025 By Mohammed Ameen