Saudi Arabia

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  • Procedure to Extend Exit Re-Entry Visa for Dependents Outside Saudi Arabia

    The Ministry of Interior’s online platform, Absher, has launched a new service ‘Extend Exit Re-Entry Visa‘ which allows extending Exit Re-Entry visas for dependents who are outside Saudi Arabia. CHECK EXIT RE-ENTRY VISA STATUS ONLINE Visa fees must be deposited in order to extend the exit re-entry visas of dependents. Below is the procedure for ... <a title="Procedure to Extend Exit Re-Entry Visa for Dependents Outside Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/procedure-to-extend-exit-re-entry-visas-for-dependents-outside-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Procedure to Extend Exit Re-Entry Visa for Dependents Outside Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

    August 23, 2020 By Mohammed Ameen
  • Dependents over 25 must transfer sponsorship to be able to renew Iqama

    The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has explained an important condition for renewing the iqama of a dependent resident over 25. According to Jawazat, if the head of the family needs to renew the iqama of all dependents, and one of his son or daughter has exceeded the age of 25 years, then his or her ... <a title="Dependents over 25 must transfer sponsorship to be able to renew Iqama" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/dependent-aged-over-25-must-transfer-iqama-for-renewal/" aria-label="Read more about Dependents over 25 must transfer sponsorship to be able to renew Iqama">Read more</a>

    August 23, 2020 By Mohammed Ameen
  • Everything you need to know about the Iqama in Saudi Arabia

    What is Iqama in Saudi Arabia The Iqama, also known as the Muqeem, is a residence permit granted to expatriates arriving in Saudi Arabia on a work visa or a dependent visa. Iqama is required to open a new bank account in Saudi Arabia and to send money abroad. In Saudi Arabia, a valid iqama ... <a title="Everything you need to know about the Iqama in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-iqama-all-you-need-to-know-2020/" aria-label="Read more about Everything you need to know about the Iqama in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

    June 1, 2020 By Mohammed Ameen
  • Jawazat office locations and timings

    What is Jawazat?. The General Directorate of Passports (GDP) is known as Jawazat. Jawazat is responsible for issuing an Iqama or residence permit to the residents of Saudi Arabia. Jawazat is also responsible for the issuance and cancelation of exit re-entry and final exit visas. WHAT IS MOFA IN SAUDI ARABIA?. Nowadays almost all Jawazat ... <a title="Jawazat office locations and timings" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/what-is-jawazat-timings-and-locations/" aria-label="Read more about Jawazat office locations and timings">Read more</a>

    May 29, 2020 By Mohammed Ameen
  • 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>

    February 9, 2020 By Mohammed Ameen