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Ejar Requires Linking Electricity and Water Bills to Tenants
Saudi Arabia’s Ejar platform, now mandates linking water and electricity bills directly to tenants when signing rental agreements. This initiative aims to reduce financial disputes and streamline the rental process by ensuring tenants are responsible for utility payments throughout their lease. Why This Change? The updated policy addresses common issues where utility payment responsibilities between ... <a title="Ejar Requires Linking Electricity and Water Bills to Tenants" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/linking-electricity-water-bills-to-tenants/" aria-label="Read more about Ejar Requires Linking Electricity and Water Bills to Tenants">Read more</a>
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10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know
Dates are a tasty and nutritious fruit that many people enjoy, especially in the Middle East. They have been grown for thousands of years and come in many different varieties. Not only are dates delicious, but they also offer numerous health benefits. In this article, we’ll explore ten interesting facts about dates that you might ... <a title="10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/10-interesting-facts-about-dates/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know">Read more</a>
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How Many Cars Can Expats Legally Own in Saudi Arabia? Muroor Explains
In a recent social media post, the Saudi General Department of Traffic (Muroor) answered a question about how many cars expatriates can own in Saudi Arabia. A user on X asked if he could buy and register a vehicle in his name while also having another car financed through a bank under a different name. ... <a title="How Many Cars Can Expats Legally Own in Saudi Arabia? Muroor Explains" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/expat-vehicle-ownership-saudi/" aria-label="Read more about How Many Cars Can Expats Legally Own in Saudi Arabia? Muroor Explains">Read more</a>
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656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months
According to the Ministry of Tourism, Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector, particularly in the leisure and holiday segments, has experienced significant growth, driven by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 directives. In a statement marking World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27, the ministry revealed that between January and July 2024, the Kingdom welcomed 17.5 million international ... <a title="656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-17-million-tourists-7-months/" aria-label="Read more about 656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months">Read more</a>
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Riyadh Season to Host Mass Wedding Ceremony for 300 Couples
The much-anticipated Riyadh Season, Saudi Arabia’s grand annual entertainment festival, is set to host a remarkable event this year: a mass wedding for 300 couples. The announcement was made by Turki Al Alsheikh, the head of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), who emphasized the festival’s commitment to social responsibility. In a statement, Al Alsheikh highlighted ... <a title="Riyadh Season to Host Mass Wedding Ceremony for 300 Couples" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/riyadh-season-mass-wedding/" aria-label="Read more about Riyadh Season to Host Mass Wedding Ceremony for 300 Couples">Read more</a>
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Saudi Arabia Deports Over 12,000 Illegal Expats in Nationwide Crackdown
Saudi Arabia has deported 12,101 expatriates who were staying in the country without proper registration, as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal residents. This action was reported in a recent update from the Saudi Interior Ministry, which also revealed that a total of 22,716 foreign nationals were arrested within a single week for violating ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Deports Over 12,000 Illegal Expats in Nationwide Crackdown" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-deports-12000-illegal-expats/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Deports Over 12,000 Illegal Expats in Nationwide Crackdown">Read more</a>
