Saudi Arabia

Sara Haba Reached Makkah From Tunisia on a Bicycle

Tunisian woman Sara Haba became the first woman to reach the holy city of Makkah on a bicycle.  She travelled to Makkah and made the pilgrimage journey in 53 days. Haba travelled across the desert into Egypt and Sudan for weeks on end, mostly by herself, and documented her journey using the hashtag #cyclingtomecca. “In Saudi Arabia, ... <a title="Sara Haba Reached Makkah From Tunisia on a Bicycle" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/sara-heba-reached-makkah-from-tunisia-on-a-bicycle/" aria-label="Read more about Sara Haba Reached Makkah From Tunisia on a Bicycle">Read more</a>

Domestic Workers Can Now Transfer Sponsorship to Establishments

Domestic laborers are now allowed to transfer their sponsorship from individual sponsors to establishments, local media reported citing the Ministry of Labor and Social Development sources. However, there will be some conditions for the sponsorship transfer of domestic workers, The domestic worker’s Iqama should not be renewed for more than one year. If the Iqama ... <a title="Domestic Workers Can Now Transfer Sponsorship to Establishments" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/domestic-workers-can-now-transfer-sponsorship-to-establishments/" aria-label="Read more about Domestic Workers Can Now Transfer Sponsorship to Establishments">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia to Launch Penalty Point System for Traffic Violations

Following approval from the Ministry of Interior, Saudi Arabia will launch a new penalty point system for traffic violations, local media reported. The new rule will take effect within 6 months. According to new rule, drivers will be banned if a total of 90 points is registered against the driver within three years of their ... <a title="Saudi Arabia to Launch Penalty Point System for Traffic Violations" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-to-launch-penalty-point-system-for-traffic-violations/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia to Launch Penalty Point System for Traffic Violations">Read more</a>

Schengen, UK, and US Visa Holders Can Now Get Saudi eVisa — Here’s How

Good news if you hold a valid visa from a Schengen country, the UK, or the USA: you can now apply for a Saudi Arabia eVisa regardless of your nationality. This policy, confirmed by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), makes it easier for tourists and business visitors to enter the Kingdom. Who is ... <a title="Schengen, UK, and US Visa Holders Can Now Get Saudi eVisa — Here’s How" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/any-nationality-holding-schengen-uk-or-us-visas-are-now-eligible-for-saudi-evisa/" aria-label="Read more about Schengen, UK, and US Visa Holders Can Now Get Saudi eVisa — Here’s How">Read more</a>

How to Download a Document Attested by Riyadh Chamber of Commerce Online?

Here is how to download a document attested by Riyadh Chamber of Commerce Online. To download the document, you must have the document reference number and Riyadh chamber of commerce membership number. A document number is a 7-digit number that generates upon the successful online attestation. The membership number is a 6-digit RCOC account number. Procedure: ... <a title="How to Download a Document Attested by Riyadh Chamber of Commerce Online?" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/print-document-attested-riyadh-chamber-commerce-online/" aria-label="Read more about How to Download a Document Attested by Riyadh Chamber of Commerce Online?">Read more</a>

Everything to Know About Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa

Here is the most recent information about the family visit visa for expatriate residents, according to local media reports. Two Types of Family Visit Visas. Saudi Arabia currently issues two types of family visit visas to expatriate residents: 3-Months Single-Entry Visit Visa 1-Year Multi-Entry Visit Visa Note: No more 2-year visit visa Unified Visit Visa ... <a title="Everything to Know About Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/know-the-changes-in-visit-visa-rules/" aria-label="Read more about Everything to Know About Saudi Arabia Family Visit Visa">Read more</a>