Life in KSA

Iqama Renewal for Expats Outside the Kingdom – Jawazat Clarifies

The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) in Saudi Arabia has clarified that the residence permits (iqamas) of expatriates outside the kingdom can be renewed through the Absher business or Muqeem platform for the employer. This information was confirmed by the Customer Service Account of Jawazat in response to an inquiry about renewing an Iqama while ... <a title="Iqama Renewal for Expats Outside the Kingdom – Jawazat Clarifies" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/jawazat-allows-iqama-renewal-outside-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Iqama Renewal for Expats Outside the Kingdom – Jawazat Clarifies">Read more</a>

How to Report Lost Items at Makkah Grand Mosque Online

The General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has opened a lost and found center in the eastern courtyard of the Makkah Grand Mosque to facilitate visitors in reporting lost items. The center also provides quick and efficient help through direct communication channels. The lost and found service at the Grand Mosque ... <a title="How to Report Lost Items at Makkah Grand Mosque Online" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-report-lost-items-makkah-grand-mosque-online/" aria-label="Read more about How to Report Lost Items at Makkah Grand Mosque Online">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Announces 50% Discount on Traffic Fines

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has announced a 50% reduction in the payment of accumulated traffic fines incurred before April 18, 2024. This reduction follows the directives of King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Announces 50% Discount on Traffic Fines" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-traffic-fine-reduction-2024/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Announces 50% Discount on Traffic Fines">Read more</a>

How to Activate Your Nafath Account and Approve Requests

The Nafath app is an essential digital identity tool for residents and citizens of Saudi Arabia. It serves as a bridge between individuals and various government and private entities, allowing secure access to a wide range of services. To utilize the Nafath app, registration on the Absher platform is a prerequisite since the app uses ... <a title="How to Activate Your Nafath Account and Approve Requests" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/nafath-registration/" aria-label="Read more about How to Activate Your Nafath Account and Approve Requests">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia to Waive Government Fees for Displaced Citizens from Neighbouring Countries

In a significant move aimed at supporting displaced citizens from neighboring countries, Saudi Arabia has announced a groundbreaking decision to cover government fees for individuals permitted to stay and regularize their status in the Kingdom. This decision, made during the weekly session of the Council of Ministers in Jeddah and chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed ... <a title="Saudi Arabia to Waive Government Fees for Displaced Citizens from Neighbouring Countries" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-displaced-expats-fees-waiver/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia to Waive Government Fees for Displaced Citizens from Neighbouring Countries">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Announces Eid Al-Fitr Holiday for Private Sector

In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia has declared a four-day holiday for the private and non-profit sectors in the Kingdom in celebration of Eid Al-Fitr. The holiday is scheduled to commence at the end of the working day on Monday, Ramadan 29, which falls on April ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Announces Eid Al-Fitr Holiday for Private Sector" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-eid-al-fitr-holidays-announcement/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Announces Eid Al-Fitr Holiday for Private Sector">Read more</a>