Tag: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Launches Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa with One-Year Validity

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new multiple-entry Umrah visa that allows pilgrims to visit the Kingdom multiple times within one year to perform Umrah. The new visa, launched by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, is valid for 365 days from the date of issue. It allows multiple entries into Saudi Arabia during its validity period, with a maximum cumulative stay ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Launches Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa with One-Year Validity" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/multiple-entry-umrah-visa-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Launches Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa with One-Year Validity">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Introduces 3-Month Iqama Renewal Option for Domestic Workers

Saudi Arabia has introduced a more flexible option for issuing and renewing residence permits (Iqama) for domestic workers, allowing employers to choose validity periods starting from three months instead of paying for a full year at once. The initiative has been launched by the Ministry of Interior, represented by the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat), in cooperation with ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Introduces 3-Month Iqama Renewal Option for Domestic Workers" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/domestic-worker-iqama-3-month-renewal/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Introduces 3-Month Iqama Renewal Option for Domestic Workers">Read more</a>

SAR 2 Watermelon Argument Ends in Fatal Stabbing, Execution Sentence

A viral video circulating on social media has sparked widespread discussion after claiming that a Saudi citizen convicted of murder is awaiting the implementation of a qisas (retaliatory execution) sentence following a fatal dispute over SAR 2. According to the video and media reports citing it, the incident began when the man stopped at a roadside watermelon stall ... <a title="SAR 2 Watermelon Argument Ends in Fatal Stabbing, Execution Sentence" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/execution-after-sar-2-dispute/" aria-label="Read more about SAR 2 Watermelon Argument Ends in Fatal Stabbing, Execution Sentence">Read more</a>

15 Types of Saudi Arabia Visas Explained

Saudi Arabia offers a wide range of visas for tourism, work, business, study, religious travel, and family visits. The type of visa you need depends on the purpose of your visit and your eligibility. Most foreign nationals require a visa before travelling to Saudi Arabia. However, citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are generally ... <a title="15 Types of Saudi Arabia Visas Explained" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-visas-explained/" aria-label="Read more about 15 Types of Saudi Arabia Visas Explained">Read more</a>

Over 1.27 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in 45 Days

Saudi Arabia has reported a strong start to the 1448 AH Umrah season, with more than 1.27 million Umrah pilgrims arriving from outside the Kingdom between 15 Dhul Hijjah and 29 Muharram. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and the Pilgrim Experience Program announced that 931,500 pilgrims arrived on Umrah visas during the same period, representing a 22.5% increase compared with the corresponding ... <a title="Over 1.27 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in 45 Days" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-umrah-arrivals-rise-2026/" aria-label="Read more about Over 1.27 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in 45 Days">Read more</a>

Over 12,000 Illegal Residents Deported from Saudi Arabia Last Week

Saudi Arabian authorities arrested 15,836 people during nationwide inspection campaigns carried out between 9 and 15 July 2026 to enforce residency, labour and border security regulations. According to the Ministry of Interior, the arrests included 7,892 residency law violators, 4,617 border security violators, and 3,327 labour law violators. Authorities also reported that 1,631 people were arrested while attempting to enter the ... <a title="Over 12,000 Illegal Residents Deported from Saudi Arabia Last Week" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-deports-12211/" aria-label="Read more about Over 12,000 Illegal Residents Deported from Saudi Arabia Last Week">Read more</a>