Moving to KSA

STC Bank Cards (2025): Full Guide to Features, Fees, and Benefits

Looking for a flexible and secure way to spend, save, and earn rewards in Saudi Arabia? STC Bank offers a range of physical and digital prepaid cards to suit every need—whether you’re a casual spender or a frequent traveler. In this guide, we break down the features, fees, and perks of all STC Bank cards ... <a title="STC Bank Cards (2025): Full Guide to Features, Fees, and Benefits" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/stc-bank-cards-guide-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about STC Bank Cards (2025): Full Guide to Features, Fees, and Benefits">Read more</a>

How to Check Loans and Bills Linked to Your Iqama Number

If you’re an expatriate living in Saudi Arabia, it’s important to stay informed about your financial obligations linked to your Iqama number. Over time, you may have taken out loans, activated telecom services, or signed up for financing without tracking all the details. To help you monitor your credit history, the SIMAH MOLIM app allows ... <a title="How to Check Loans and Bills Linked to Your Iqama Number" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/check-loan-iqama-simah-app/" aria-label="Read more about How to Check Loans and Bills Linked to Your Iqama Number">Read more</a>

Saudi Central Bank Updates Credit Card Regulations and Fees

The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has recently introduced new regulations for the issuance, operation, and fees of credit cards. These updated rules aim to improve transparency and reduce the cost of credit cards for consumers in Saudi Arabia. The new regulations will replace the ones set in 2015 and are expected to come into effect ... <a title="Saudi Central Bank Updates Credit Card Regulations and Fees" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-credit-card-regulations-2025/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Central Bank Updates Credit Card Regulations and Fees">Read more</a>

Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat

The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has announced a new initiative allowing holders of expired visit visas in Saudi Arabia to extend their visas for the purpose of final departure, regardless of the visa type or category. Grace period started on June 26, 2025 The grace period began on 1 Muharram 1447 AH, corresponding to ... <a title="Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/expired-visit-visa-extension-final-departure-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Expired Visit Visas Can Now Be Extended for Final Departure: Jawazat">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Launches New Digital Platform for Hajj Permits: Tasreeh

The Ministry of Interior, in partnership with the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), has launched a new digital platform called Tasreeh. This platform will make it easier for people to get permits for Hajj. What is the Tasreeh Platform? Tasreeh is a unified online system that issues permits for entering Makkah and the holy sites during ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Launches New Digital Platform for Hajj Permits: Tasreeh" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/tasreeh-platform-hajj-permits/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Launches New Digital Platform for Hajj Permits: Tasreeh">Read more</a>

Hajj 2025 Travel Restrictions for Expats in Saudi Arabia Explained

The Ministry of Interior in Saudi Arabia has announced important rules and procedures for the upcoming Hajj season 2025. These steps are taken to make sure everything runs smoothly and safely for everyone involved, especially the Guests of Al-Rahman. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Umrah Entry and Exit Rules 2. Entering Makkah – ... <a title="Hajj 2025 Travel Restrictions for Expats in Saudi Arabia Explained" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hajj-2025-rules-for-expats-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Hajj 2025 Travel Restrictions for Expats in Saudi Arabia Explained">Read more</a>