Moving to KSA

How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)

Most expats in Saudi Arabia don’t think about huroob until something goes wrong — a blocked Iqama renewal, a failed job transfer, or a sudden restriction on Absher. That’s usually when the search begins. Here’s how to check your status quickly using three official Saudi platforms. What Is Huroob? Huroob (هروب) means “runaway” or “absconding” ... <a title="How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/check-iqama-huroob-status/" aria-label="Read more about How to Check Huroob Status in Saudi Arabia (2026)">Read more</a>

How Much Does It Cost to Withdraw Money Abroad with a Mada Card?

Planning a trip back home? Before you land and head to the nearest ATM, there’s something worth knowing: using your Saudi mada card for cash withdrawals abroad isn’t free — and the fee structure has recently changed. What Is the Mada Card? Mada is the national payment scheme of Saudi Arabia, connecting all ATMs and ... <a title="How Much Does It Cost to Withdraw Money Abroad with a Mada Card?" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/mada-international-cash-withdrawal/" aria-label="Read more about How Much Does It Cost to Withdraw Money Abroad with a Mada Card?">Read more</a>

How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia

A salary certificate is an official document that confirms your employment and outlines exactly what you earn. It is an officially issued digital document linked to your employment contract on the Qiwa platform, including your basic salary, allowances, bonuses, and total pay. Because it is issued through an official government-linked platform, institutions generally consider it ... <a title="How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/qiwa-salary-certificate/" aria-label="Read more about How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

How to Open an Al Rajhi Bank Account Online in Saudi Arabia (2026 Guide)

If you’ve just arrived in Saudi Arabia or recently got your Iqama, one of the first things on your to-do list is opening a bank account. Al Rajhi Bank is one of the most widely used banks in the Kingdom, and the good news is that you can open a current account entirely through their ... <a title="How to Open an Al Rajhi Bank Account Online in Saudi Arabia (2026 Guide)" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/open-alrajhi-bank-account-online/" aria-label="Read more about How to Open an Al Rajhi Bank Account Online in Saudi Arabia (2026 Guide)">Read more</a>

SFDA Issues Medication Clearance Guidelines for Hajj Pilgrims

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has outlined the regulations and procedures for pilgrims who need to carry medications containing narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances for personal use during their stay in the Kingdom. What Pilgrims Need to Apply According to the SFDA, applicants must submit a copy of their passport, a valid medical ... <a title="SFDA Issues Medication Clearance Guidelines for Hajj Pilgrims" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/sfda-medication-clearance-for-hajj-pilgrims/" aria-label="Read more about SFDA Issues Medication Clearance Guidelines for Hajj Pilgrims">Read more</a>

Hajj Leave in Saudi Arabia: HRSD Clarifies Rules for Private Sector Employees

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has published guidelines detailing the conditions under which employees in the Kingdom are entitled to paid leave to perform the Hajj pilgrimage. According to HRSD, an employee is entitled to a paid leave of between 10 and 15 days to perform Hajj, inclusive of the ... <a title="Hajj Leave in Saudi Arabia: HRSD Clarifies Rules for Private Sector Employees" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hajj-leave/" aria-label="Read more about Hajj Leave in Saudi Arabia: HRSD Clarifies Rules for Private Sector Employees">Read more</a>