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Iqama Violations

Information on iqama violations, associated penalties, and how to avoid them.

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  • Expatriates Working for Their Own Account Face Jail, Fine, and Deportation in Saudi Arabia

    Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Public Security has announced that expatriates working for their own account in violation of residency and labor regulations face strict legal penalties under the country’s residency, labor, and border security regulations. Working for one’s own account refers to expatriates doing paid work independently, such as freelancing or running a business, ... <a title="Expatriates Working for Their Own Account Face Jail, Fine, and Deportation in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/self-employed-expat-workers-face-jail-fines-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Expatriates Working for Their Own Account Face Jail, Fine, and Deportation in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

    January 13, 2026 By Mohammed Ameen
  • SAR 900 Fine for Using Mobile Phone While Driving

    Penalty for Using Mobile Phone While Driving in Saudi Arabia Driving, in its very essence, demands unwavering attention. Every time you step into your vehicle, you’re not only responsible for your own life but also for the lives of those with whom you share the road. In an age where mobile phones are near extensions ... <a title="SAR 900 Fine for Using Mobile Phone While Driving" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/penalties-using-mobile-phone-driving/" aria-label="Read more about SAR 900 Fine for Using Mobile Phone While Driving">Read more</a>

    August 9, 2023 By Mohammed Ameen
  • How to Get a Final Exit Visa on an Expired Iqama

    Final Exit Visa on Expired Iqama If you are an expat resident in Saudi Arabia and planning to leave permanently, you must obtain a Final Exit Visa before departing. But what if your Iqama has already expired? In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of obtaining a Final Exit Visa, even ... <a title="How to Get a Final Exit Visa on an Expired Iqama" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-apply-for-final-exit-on-expired-iqama/" aria-label="Read more about How to Get a Final Exit Visa on an Expired Iqama">Read more</a>

    February 2, 2023 By Mohammed Ameen
  • How to Check Iqama Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia

    Huroob is a term used in Saudi Arabia to indicate the status of expatriate workers who run away from their employer. When an employer files a runaway or absconding complaint against an employee, that person becomes an illegal resident. In this article, we explain in detail how you can easily check whether you are under ... <a title="How to Check Iqama Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/check-iqama-huroob-status/" aria-label="Read more about How to Check Iqama Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

    December 5, 2022 By Mohammed Ameen
  • How To Check If You Have A Travel Ban In KSA

    The Generalization Report Query Service in Absher The Generalization Report Query function is a feature in the Absher portal that lets you search for legal proceedings and travel bans against your Iqama number. This function enables users to check any legal cases or travel bans against themselves without having to go to any police station. ... <a title="How To Check If You Have A Travel Ban In KSA" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/check-criminal-record-on-iqama-absher/" aria-label="Read more about How To Check If You Have A Travel Ban In KSA">Read more</a>

    December 4, 2022 By Mohammed Ameen
  • Jawazat clarifies penalties for non-renewal of Iqama on time

    Penalties for non-renewal of Iqama The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) clarified the penalties for failing to renew a residence permit on time. According to Jawazat, the following penalties apply for non-renewal of iqama within three days of its expiration date; Penalty for the first time Employers who failed to renew Iqama for the first ... <a title="Jawazat clarifies penalties for non-renewal of Iqama on time" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/penalty-deportation-non-renewing-iqama/" aria-label="Read more about Jawazat clarifies penalties for non-renewal of Iqama on time">Read more</a>

    April 16, 2021 By Mohammed Ameen
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