Life in KSA

VFS Global Appointment for Indian Passport Renewal in Saudi Arabia

Is your Indian passport expiring soon while you are in Saudi Arabia? Renewing it is straightforward. In this article, we detail the locations for passport services in Saudi Arabia and provide a step-by-step guide to booking an appointment through the VFS Global website. Indian Passport Service Centers in Saudi Arabia Here is the list of ... <a title="VFS Global Appointment for Indian Passport Renewal in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/renew-indian-passport-saudi-arabia-vfs-global/" aria-label="Read more about VFS Global Appointment for Indian Passport Renewal in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

25% Traffic Fine Discount Excludes Nine Violations, Muroor Clarifies

The Saudi Traffic Department (Muroor) has clarified that the 25% fine discount, effective from April 18, 2024, in accordance with artcile 75, will not cover nine types of traffic violations. The list of excluded violations has been published on the official account on the X platform. Here are the nine violations that do not qualify ... <a title="25% Traffic Fine Discount Excludes Nine Violations, Muroor Clarifies" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/25-traffic-fine-discount-excludes-nine-violations/" aria-label="Read more about 25% Traffic Fine Discount Excludes Nine Violations, Muroor Clarifies">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia’s New Termination and Huroob Reporting Rules for Domestic Workers

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources has recently launched an initiative aimed at enhancing the contractual relationship for domestic workers. This initiative regulates the procedures for unilateral termination of the employment contract in case of a domestic worker’s absence. The main objective of this initiative is to enhance the quality of the recruitment sector and ... <a title="Saudi Arabia’s New Termination and Huroob Reporting Rules for Domestic Workers" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/termination-huroob-reporting-rules-domestic-workers/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia’s New Termination and Huroob Reporting Rules for Domestic Workers">Read more</a>

Umrah Visa Updates: Ministry Clarifies Validity and Departure Deadline

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia has provided new information regarding the validity of Umrah visas for visitors. According to the latest update, the visa is valid for a period of three months from the date of entry into Saudi Arabia, expiring no later than the 29th of Dhul-Qi’dah, which corresponds to ... <a title="Umrah Visa Updates: Ministry Clarifies Validity and Departure Deadline" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/umrah-visa-validity-departure-deadline-before-hajj/" aria-label="Read more about Umrah Visa Updates: Ministry Clarifies Validity and Departure Deadline">Read more</a>

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>