Moving to KSA

Saudi Arabia to conduct professional exams for new expat engineers before entering the Kingdom

Authorities in Saudi Arabia have decided to conduct a professional examination for expatriate engineers who seek to come to the Kingdom on new job visas. The new decision is in line with the directive of the Acting Minister of Municipal and Rural Affairs Majed Al-Hoqail of SCE to hold professional tests for expatriate workers to ... <a title="Saudi Arabia to conduct professional exams for new expat engineers before entering the Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-to-hold-professional-exams-for-expat-engineers-before-entering-the-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia to conduct professional exams for new expat engineers before entering the Kingdom">Read more</a>

How to activate “Digital Iqama” in Absher?

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has launched digital versions of national identity cards for citizens and expatriates. The “Digital ID” or “Digital Iqama” can be accessed through the new “Absher individuals” app. Digital ID’s can be used instead of plastic cards for all official purposes. How to Activate Digital Iqama in Absher? 1- Download the ... <a title="How to activate “Digital Iqama” in Absher?" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/procedure-to-activate-digital-id-in-absher/" aria-label="Read more about How to activate “Digital Iqama” in Absher?">Read more</a>

10 Visa Types to Know Before Traveling to Saudi Arabia

Exploring the Different Visa Options for Traveling to Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, known for its rich history and culture, is a popular destination for both business and tourism. However, obtaining the right visa to enter the country is an important task. In this blog post, we will break down the 10 different types of visas ... <a title="10 Visa Types to Know Before Traveling to Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/types-of-visas-in-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Visa Types to Know Before Traveling to Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

Expat Dependent Fee: How to Check and Pay

For expatriates living in Saudi Arabia, bringing your family along can be a wonderful experience, but it does come with some responsibilities. One of the essential requirements is paying a dependent fee, often referred to as a dependent levy, for each family member under your sponsorship. This includes your spouse, children, and even parents. Before ... <a title="Expat Dependent Fee: How to Check and Pay" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/family-levy-how-much-does-it-cost-how-to-pay/" aria-label="Read more about Expat Dependent Fee: How to Check and Pay">Read more</a>

How to Activate Aman Al-Rajhi App in Your Smartphone

If you are an Al Rajhi Bank customer in Saudi Arabia and are using internet banking, the Aman Al Rajhi app will be very useful to you. This token generation app generates an OTP each time you need to transact on the Al Rajhi Bank website without needing to receive an OTP as an SMS ... <a title="How to Activate Aman Al-Rajhi App in Your Smartphone" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-activate-aman-al-rajhi-app/" aria-label="Read more about How to Activate Aman Al-Rajhi App in Your Smartphone">Read more</a>

Conditions for expatriate workers to change job without employer’s consent

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRD) has announced eight conditions under which expat workers can change jobs without needing approval from their current employer. These rules are part of new labor reforms aimed at ending the sponsorship system for foreign workers and improving the relationship between expat workers and their employers. The ... <a title="Conditions for expatriate workers to change job without employer’s consent" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/conditions-to-change-job-without-employer-consent/" aria-label="Read more about Conditions for expatriate workers to change job without employer’s consent">Read more</a>