Iqama

Helpful guides on Iqama (Residence Permit) in Saudi Arabia, including application, managing, renewal, fees, penalties, and more.

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  • How To Update Iqama On Riyad Bank App

    If you live in Saudi Arabia, you know it’s important to keep your Iqama valid to access various services and benefits. After renewing your Iqama, you need to update your bank accounts to keep your accounts active. If you have an account with Riyadh Bank and want to update your Iqama information, you can easily ... <a title="How To Update Iqama On Riyad Bank App" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-update-iqama-in-riyad-bank/" aria-label="Read more about How To Update Iqama On Riyad Bank App">Read more</a>

    December 30, 2022 By Mohammed Ameen
  • Up To SAR 100K Fine For Employers Who Allow Employees To Work For Others

    The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has warned that individual employers who allow their foreign employees to work for others or independently would face fines, jail time, and a ban on future recruitment. The penalties are designed to discourage Saudi employers from engaging in such practices. Employers who are caught will be fined heavily and ... <a title="Up To SAR 100K Fine For Employers Who Allow Employees To Work For Others" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/100k-fine-for-employers-who-allow-workers-to-work-for-others-or-be-self-employed/" aria-label="Read more about Up To SAR 100K Fine For Employers Who Allow Employees To Work For Others">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
  • How to Check Available Funds in Your Iqama

    Expatriate residents requiring government services in Saudi Arabia, such as Iqama renewal, issuance of exit re-entry visas, and sponsorship transfers, need to deposit fees into their Iqama number using a bank account. If you want to check the available funds on your Iqama, you can do so online, and we have explained how to do ... <a title="How to Check Available Funds in Your Iqama" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/moi-public-query-available-funds-iqama/" aria-label="Read more about How to Check Available Funds in Your Iqama">Read more</a>

    October 3, 2022 By Mohammed Ameen
  • How To Change Your Photo In Iqama

    What is Iqama The Iqama is a residence permit issued by the Ministry of Interior to Foreigners in Saudi Arabia. The Iqama is a plastic card, similar to a credit card, which contains all your details, such as your photo, name and nationality. In this article, we will be talking about how to change your ... <a title="How To Change Your Photo In Iqama" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-change-photo-in-iqama/" aria-label="Read more about How To Change Your Photo In Iqama">Read more</a>

    September 29, 2022 By Mohammed Ameen
  • Expat Residents Can Now Change Their Children’s Visit Visa To Iqama

    Expats can Change a Child’s Visit Visa to Iqama The general directorate of Passports in Saudi Arabia (Jawazat) has clarified that expat residents can convert their children’s visit visas to residency visas (Iqama). However, this rule only applies to children under 18 if parents have a valid iqama. The new rule makes it much easier ... <a title="Expat Residents Can Now Change Their Children’s Visit Visa To Iqama" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/convert-children-visit-visa-to-iqama/" aria-label="Read more about Expat Residents Can Now Change Their Children’s Visit Visa To Iqama">Read more</a>

    September 2, 2022 By Mohammed Ameen