saqayyum2000
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
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Speaks English , Arabic , Urdu , Hindi
Registration: 15 July 2021
Exit & Re-entry Visa but One Way Ticket by Valleonardreyes30
Good Day, I just want to ask.. i was planning to go on vacation for my wedding. i have been issued a Exit-Re-entry Visa by my employer.. is it possible for me to leave saudi arabia with a one way ticket to philippine even if i have a exit-re entry ...
@Alexis Magnus @ saudi imigration they check your Exit Entry and ticket for departure only, no need to carry return ticket Read More
Driving licence changing by jkumarbk61
I have expired uae license I want convert to saudi licensePlease give me the answer
@jkumarbk61 Not Changeable if expired, you can represent that to wave the classes Read More
Iqama Transfer by vg140289
Hello,I work for a company in Riyadh but the Iqama is provided by another firm. I want to transfer my iqama from my current Iqama provider to another because I want to switch. But the current employer is saying that we will not approve because of ...
@vg140289 what i understand is that you are working as third party employee where iqama is from Man power supply company and you work where they have contract to provide man power.so now in simple word as of new labor law they cannot force you to go ... Read More
How to get emergency exit without contract compilation by Arqum Khan
I have new job offer from a new employer and i want to get exit from my current employer even I didn't complete 1 year of 2 years contract . And company is not agree to give me exit . Is there any solution? Please advise
Dear Arqum Khan if your contact is still balance and company is not agreed then you have only one option, minimum 1 month notice period which you must attend and do all your job task as normal and after that notice period what every duration is ... Read More
Inquiry /advice final exit by yusikeesaldua
Hello everyone! I am working in saudi Arabia, i would like to ask if its okay to final exit in saudi Arabia to bahrain then i have my visit visa and process inVfs Bahrain to come back in saudi Arabia as a visit visa.
Dear yusikeesalduathat is possible, because new visa always have embassy name where it it can be stamped with country , if it mentioned Bahrain then it can be stamped , but if you have final exit how you will get bahrain visit visa ? Read More
Traffic Signal Fine After a few days the message comes by Sahriar Sarkar
Saudi Arabia Traffic Signal Fine After a few days the message comes?? After playing the traffic signal, how many or how many hours will the SIM message come???
within 3 working days , if not comes then check absher after 2 working days if there is any it will show else consider yourself lucky Read More
Qiwa request by JKmtr
I have filed resignation after getting a job offer from another company. My iqama validity is one month balance. I didn't receive the qiwa request till and the new employer is not responding correctly even after two weeks of resignation. Just saying ...
Dear JKmtrthere is multiple things, first new employer is not obliged to send you qiwa request untill they have signed a contract with you, they can change thier mind.usualy after JOL HR send documents to management approvals which take some time ... Read More
Leaving Saudi by Collinsphiliplandscapes
Hi, I have been working for an oil company in Saudi for nearly a year. I have been offered a job back in the UK that I really want to take for family reasons. The company I work for have not been very good to me since I got here and I'm not very ...
HI , it is not recomended , bcuz company can put ban on you which can be problematic if you are willing to come to saudi arabia in future. Saudi laws says very clearly that be straight and do everything is as per law.it looks like you want to go try ... Read More
Traffic Violation -KSA by Anttonie
Hi everyone, I am currently working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, I will go vacation this coming July 2019 and i already have the exit re-entry visa and the air ticket as well. Unfortunately, I have a traffic violation penalty of 800 sar ...
If you have valid exit entry with you then you can travel, else exit entry will not be issued by government system if you have traffic violation. Read More
My problem: my company is in red list by Anik Shikdar
hi i live in riyadh in saudi arabia my company is in red list i have aqama period now can i go back to my home country without my kafil permission please let me know i will be very helpful
@Anik Shikdar Yes you can get transfer without kafeel confirmation if he is in red Yes you can leave also but you must report to labor office they will manage your final exitfor exit entry visa you can not leave without his consult.Thanks Read More
Final exit visa by davidbaillie268
Hi I am currently in the UK and have been working remotely from Saudi with my employers permission, due to family illness it was agreed between myself and my employer that i should resign , I did in November , I now have a new job offer but i don't ...
@davidbaillie268 Yes they can do it but i highly prefer you to wait for them to confirm you that it is done, because if you have valid exit entry your current visa from new employer status get void so look from all angles. Read More
Exit - re entry visa by arnlahl123
Hi i would like to ask if exit reentry visa can still be issued even if my iqama will expire while im on vacation? I will travel next month but my iqama will expire 7 days before i come back. Hoping for a response
@arnlahl123 highly not recommend to do like that you must be return before atleast 3 working days of islamic calendar for dates Read More
Can I have final exit if I have remaining balance on STC by Arwin P. Dumaboc
The company I'm working now is having a hard time so they are terminating a lots of employees they can only provide now is our plane tickets.. Is possible to have a final exit even i have remaining balance on STC? my flight is on Friday and I ...
if there is any report submitted by STC or Banks to SIMAH and your credit history is showing bad then you will not be able to get exit stamp until it is paid. Read More
Living salary with family by ferhks2020
Hi all, fantastic forum, thanks to all the contributors.I have an opportunity to move from Washington DC with my family to Riyadh but don't know if 40,000 SAR/Month would make me live in a good way with my wife and three children at elementary ...
@ferhks2020 i can give you some idea but all depends on your life style ...accommodation 2 bed+DD+2 Bath + Kitchen start from 15k to 35K annually depends surrounding and luxuries. even though you can find furnished apartment starting from 1600 SAR ... Read More
Termination of Contract by ilac1980
2 days ago, Our HR representative told me that my employer is ending/terminating my contract. My contract would have ended April 29, 2023. He told me that my last day will be December 9, 2022. I am ok with since since I wouldn't want to renew my ...
2 days ago, Our HR representative told me that my employer is ending/terminating my contract. My contract would have ended April 29, 2023. He told me that my last day will be December 9, 2022. I am ok with since since I wouldn't want to renew my ... Read More
Family Permanent Visa by Hamid Ali Iqbal
Dear Friends,I need the suggestion from friends that is there any possibilities to bring my second wife along with below Children on Permanent visa in Saudi Arabia and willing to bring first wife on Visit visa as one wife only allow on permanent ...
@Hamid Ali Iqbal you can bring all your kids but wife only one at a time even one on iqama and another one on visit. Read More
Traveling to Bahrain via Causeway by Ess@5751
Hello, Iam working in Saudi Riyadh with profession in Iqama as electrical technician. Last December I was not allowed to travel Bahrain through causeway because of profession and when I applied for visa online they rejected couple of times. if I ...
@sadiqsul now a days if your passport do not have previous visits to bahrain they are refusing on causeway. Read More
How to bring step children under Saudi family visa? by zurinzulkan
What is the process to apply for Saudi family visa for step children? Our application earlier on for me and kids (step children) under my husband dependent was recently rejected. What are other possibilities to get this through? Appreciate help and ...
For step kids it is very easy process now. does not matter if kids passport is on Real Father's Name.except required documents by govt of KSA you need to add child custody COURT order translated in arabic , which must be translated by Saudi ... Read More
SOLUTION : Qiwa 90 days notice period issue solved. by Dry water
Once new employer send request on Qiwa. Employee will the see the request with "Pending for Labor approval". Employee will see the request on qiwa and accept it. After that status will change to "Pending for completion notice ...
@srampiyan sramp WHAT IS THE QIWA STATUS now ? Read More
Zam Zam Water by SurayyaSammani
Hi. I have a question regarding obtaining zam zam water from makkah. I have a friend in makkah. Is it possible for him to fill about 100 liters of zam zam water and ship it to my country? Is it possible? What will he have to go through? He is not a ...
it cannot be exported for commercial use.by year one ticket can carry 5liter maximum.for exporting you need a permission from saudi export development authority.without it you can not. Read More
MOH complaint, need legal advise by MH A Zey
My employer is saying that there is a complaint in MOH filed against me and he does not allow me to go to work for almost 3 weeks now, i can not even go out to buy food because he said he will put a huroob case if i do. Is there a way I can check on ...
@Arsal7 same case i heared before one of the patient relative make this complain against one nurse as he offers her to be her sugar daddy and she refused, and she did not complain to administartion and in last she have to leave Read More
QIWA Transfer referred to my current employer by assadtanolihse
Hi, I am facing an issue with my transfer through QIWA because it was referred back to my current employer and rejected because they do not want any employee get transferred but if you read QIWA protocols it will not supposedly referred to my ...
@moonscar23 Dear this is normal now a days QIWA is not working so you better visit your new employee personally and meet face to face if you have already get job offer letter form that and clear things out. Do not depend only on that in the mean ... Read More
QIWA request rejected by the current employer by njsks1983
Dear Friends, I have accepted the QIWA transfer request, and the current employer has rejected the request. My questions are : 1. What is the next step ? Does the system will close this request or it will keep showing in my QIWA portal. 2. ...
@Enga838 Yes same employer can you as many times he wishes to send you. Read More
Final exit with bank loan and cc balance by mmjv29
Good day, I am planning for exit sometime in next month but still have bank loan and cc balances. I have my eosb pay for that. My questions are will i able to get a final visa even i have balances and will the immigration hold me for that? Anyone ...
@Waraynon untill and unless you are paying you loan or CC on time you do not have any problem.but yes for sure when you will miss 3 months consecutive miss payments bank will file a case against you and you will not be allowed to enter back and ... Read More
Travel ban by MOI (Absher) due to unpaid loans by shafaataamir
Hello sir,I took a loan of 20000 by tamam app, and paying installments on time, i was in india on vacation and and due to some reason i came after 4 months. Unfortunately tamam loan app was not open in india and i missed three consecutive ...
@shafaataamir Nothing to worry this BAN is for travelling that you can not leave kingdom.To clear it urgently you need to visit collection department for loan provider.discuss with them they will tell you due to 3 months consecutive non payments you ... Read More
New born baby outside KSA -Visa requirements by Shadab Basheer
My wife and I are residents of Saudi Arabia with valid iqama and exit re entry visa. we want to bring our new born baby (6 months old) and we are in bahrain now .can we get on arrival visa for the baby at Dammam Airport ? I checked the cause way the ...
@Faisal. P you should travel before 6th month of pregnancy else air line will not allow to travel untill and unless you have doctor certificate of NOC for traveling.on your return all vaccination as per child age must be completed Read More
QIWA Transfer referred to my current employer by assadtanolihse
Hi, I am facing an issue with my transfer through QIWA because it was referred back to my current employer and rejected because they do not want any employee get transferred but if you read QIWA protocols it will not supposedly referred to my ...
@Enga838 Request can be send as many time as new employer wants to, but if old employer keeps rejecting so there is no use, Best solution is give your new employer contact number of old one and let them talk directly. but do inform yourself ... Read More
changing iqama profession from data entry by fatoom59
Dears, I need help on this one, my employer has been trying to change my profession from data entry to computer programmer, and i 'm having no good luck with it, i want to know if data entry is blocked for change as it is now 100% for saudi? i ...
@abdulhaseeb777 Accountant is under Saudization , so please think before you change the profession, and do check with your company if they can give you this profession. Read More
How to bring step children under Saudi family visa? by zurinzulkan
What is the process to apply for Saudi family visa for step children? Our application earlier on for me and kids (step children) under my husband dependent was recently rejected. What are other possibilities to get this through? Appreciate help and ...
@liyaqathussain84 i have done a detail research and meet some isteqdam responsible personals as well specially to discuss these kind of case. all you have to do is follow the below .1- follow normal family visa process. DO NOT FORGET TO ... Read More
International bank Transfer on Hold Stc Pay by PEERULLA KHAN PATHAN
Dear, I Transfer Money from sct pay to international bank transfer .But it is on hold. I call Customer service . They Told it is in Under process some technical issue.I transfer since 6 months every time go. but this time ...
@PEERULLA KHAN PATHAN once in blue moon STC pay get delayed , but your money is safe, it will be delivered. or return in your wallet.if you have any problem in adding more money or transfer money to any more only then you need to call ... Read More
my saudi council renewal is rejected by cathcath22
hello sir/mam can u help me, i apply for saudi council renewal and the saudi council returned my application because it is said there that there is no attachment as a return reason so i uploaded and resubmit again and then after a few days they ...
@fai24 you need to visit Saudi council office they are very nice and helpful. they will guide you properly and resolve your issue Read More
Istaqdam permanent Family Visa on My Profession by Shani Khan Jadoon
Salam all,i apply through absher for my permanent family visa but it give error "Your Sponsor is not added for family visa application. Please visit Istiqdam for more Info. " my company status is clear and all the documents of my company are ...
@Shani Khan Jadoon then you need to register in SOCPA or if you are not willing to do so just fill the manual visa form and follow the procedure which i mentioned above, keep all originals with you, InshaAllah you will get the visa ... Read More
Istaqdam permanent Family Visa on My Profession by Shani Khan Jadoon
Salam all,i apply through absher for my permanent family visa but it give error "Your Sponsor is not added for family visa application. Please visit Istiqdam for more Info. " my company status is clear and all the documents of my company are ...
@Shani Khan Jadoon The error you are getting is common now a days for many people, so you can go to jawazat with complete documents with original degree which is registered in Saudi Engineering council against your profession on iqama. get an ... Read More
Saudi Council of Engineers application rejected by sheikabduldesigner
Dear All, I have 10 years of experience, but 2018 only i got my engineering graduation. Based on the SCE policy, i'm short of 8 months to complete 5 years of graduation. Because of this my SCE application got rejected. When i inquired ...
@rejith111pathiyoor highly recommended to upload which is attested from Saudi Embassy and culture Read More
Cost of living rising : how do you feel it ? by Asaël Häzaq
Hello everyone,Hope you're fine.We're writing an article about cost of living rising in the world, and we're looking for your point of view. Inflation is rising since the beginning of the year. Do you think the situation is getting worst or better ? ...
did you finish writting your article ? where it is issued please do share with us Read More
applying for permanent family visa online error by khizarabbas786786
when i apply online for permanent family visa i am getting this error "Your Sponsor is not added for family visa application. Please visit Istiqdam for more Info." my profession on iqama is computer technician and i am registered with ...
@khizarabbas786786 @khizarabbas786786 this is common error for multiple reasons. 1- company qouta is out of limit. 2- your saudi engineering council is temporary 3- your are checking visa application before submitting visa fee. etc etc ... Read More
Resignation during probation period. by Aphex
Been in Saudi Arabia for a few weeks now, but the job is not what I had expected. I have provided my resignation with the proper notice period, but the employer is not accepting it. My contract states that either party can freely terminate the ...
@Pr@ddy with in 10 days resigning from job is something which is not explainable or showing immature attitude and behavior. SO in that case company do have rights to claim all expenses which they have spend on you or already paid for you to any ... Read More
How long for huroob to be removed by sam_dwame
Hello everyone!I just want to ask how long will huroob be removed by the sponsor?I was put on false huroob by my sponsor even if we already agreed that i will search for new employer and my contract is 2 years and 3 months finished already( anyway i ...
@sam_dwame my first and simple question how did you find out that you have hroob ? did you check on absher ? whats the status there. Read More
Permanent family visa by theodore279
Hey guys Good morning. I'm an engineer by profession. I want to bring my wife on permanent family visa to kingdom. Since last week I'm trying to apply through absher, but i'm not able to do. Every-time i give "Apply new ...
@Jasarpktr this error comes if you are not registered to Saudi Engineering council or your membership is temporary, Solution is first check if you profession is eligible for family permanent visa or not and in your GOSI records your ... Read More
Want to transfer iqama. by hassanbukhari052
Hlw everyone.hope you all fine.Please read my problem carefully.I was hired in December 2021 as machine operator. There are two companies one is for son and other is for father. Both are different and have separate name I was hired ...
@hassanbukhari052 Salams brother. I agree with Arsal DO not share your contact details reason many people knows you have 10k Saudi Riyals so they will offer you many options and will charge you.In Actual you are not in problem at all, they ... Read More
QIWA request rejected by the current employer by njsks1983
Dear Friends, I have accepted the QIWA transfer request, and the current employer has rejected the request. My questions are : 1. What is the next step ? Does the system will close this request or it will keep showing in my QIWA portal. 2. ...
@Cairoden Pangonotan If company is in red you can get transfered only if your new sponsor goes to jawazat and do the things manualy , thorugh QIWA its must be approved by current employer, and if company is in red only for few days that does ... Read More
how long it will take for job confirmation from HR ? by Sheik Abdullah92
i have attended technical interview, and manager have confirmed that I have cleared my technical round. and then i have attended HR round. after that its been 3 weeks I have no response from HR, can anyone have any idea about this situation ? can i ...
@Sheik Abdullah92 Highly recommended to comunicate by calls for hiring process as emails are not that good enough in saudi culture for hiring process. Read More
Housing in Riyadh by Zuhoor2
Salaam all. Am looking for a villa/apartment around exit 8 Riyadh. Any leads will be highly appreciated
@Jeera_BLADE Hello good day .. in which area ? how many bed ? if you are looking for cheap but good quality and new construction then i will highlight area behind Al haram mall to check area location of mall you can search by ( ... Read More
New Exit Procedures and Rules at the Airport by nyangnyangracha
I will go exit soon and I want to ask if there's anyone here who rcently went to share their experience at the airport. Did they ask for any clearances from the bank, telecoms? Can I still access and use my cards after exit while my iqama is ...
@Rey Gab Good Day .. now every thing is connected to your iqama, once you will be stamped for final exit every thing will get close automatically and get freezed. Read More
Transfer after final exit by SWLKSA34
Hi Can anyone knows if someone got final exit from one employer and he has offer from other company then he can get transfer through labour court
@Bennie0825 Hello good day ... let your new Sponsor talk to your current one directly , they will sort thing out else there is no other option if you can not convince the first one by yourself. Read More
how long it will take for job confirmation from HR ? by Sheik Abdullah92
i have attended technical interview, and manager have confirmed that I have cleared my technical round. and then i have attended HR round. after that its been 3 weeks I have no response from HR, can anyone have any idea about this situation ? can i ...
@Sheik Abdullah92 Good Day .. HR process vary form company to company...Do not consider any verbal confirmation of job, job confirmation is only when you get offer letter.now a days companies delay job offers as they need to see and ... Read More
Unable to Get Appointment in Absher for Driving Licenses by sandeepbajaj2010
Hello Guys I have been continuously trying to get appointment for driving license in Absher but always getting the response no slot available. Is it error or any one please help me in getting the appointment? Is there any way out?
in which city you are ? you can go by walk in direct ... specially if you are in Khobar they do entertain walk in in evening time Read More
Exit Visa for Baby born in Saudi Arabia by kaye1987
Assalamu alaykum. I have a question regarding the exit visa for my newborn child born here in Saudi Arabia. I am working in Al ahsa as a nurse and my husband is just visit visa here. Some personnel in jawazat here told me that there's no need ...
Birth certificate is made in saudi right !! so they will accept it Read More
Rejected Saudi VISA by Zainsaif
Hi I have been offered a teaching job in Saudi but my Visa application has been rejected due to my ACRO no live trace. I have had a previous caution following an argument with my now ex wife 11 years. Is there anyway I can get my work VISA?
Can you please explain in little more details .. Read More
Renting a Car for Indian in Business Visit Visa by balakumarjayaraman
Can an Indian rent a car in Riyadh with Indian Driving License? I currently do not have an International Driving Permit. I have enquired in a local rental agency and they seem to accept the International Driving Permit but I do not have IDP now. Is ...
yes you can, you can contact budget or avis on their websites also Read More
Renting a Car for Indian in Business Visit Visa by balakumarjayaraman
Can an Indian rent a car in Riyadh with Indian Driving License? I currently do not have an International Driving Permit. I have enquired in a local rental agency and they seem to accept the International Driving Permit but I do not have IDP now. Is ...
Yes if you provide any IDP it will be accepted. but only normal Indian license will not be accepted as india have right hand drive and here left hand drive. Read More
Resign during probation period by Joshua T. Sarmiento
Guys please help me.... i want to resign my job... im under probation... What should i do first..?
Hello everyone! I am Maryna. I work in hotel about 2 months,now in probation period.From the beginning first week I didnt like,went to hr and sayed I dont want work.They told I have to pay minimum 15 000 rials(but I didnt have iqama yet at that ... Read More
Change religion iqama by Mahfiya
Dear sir, my iqama in put the wrong religion , i am a muslim , i need have help to change urgently Regard .[b][/b]
I want change iqama relojun Muslim I'm a Muslim right now I want to change religion how to I will change its please let me knowSalams and may Allah bless you. submit your shahada certificate to your HR (Kafeel) he will do the rest Regards Read More
How to bring step children under Saudi family visa? by zurinzulkan
What is the process to apply for Saudi family visa for step children? Our application earlier on for me and kids (step children) under my husband dependent was recently rejected. What are other possibilities to get this through? Appreciate help and ...
Hi Sir, During the submission we have provided below; 1) Husband Ekarma/ Passport copy 2) Kids & I Passport copy. 3) Kids birth certificate, Arab translation. 4) Guardianship Agreement from my ex husband allowing kids and I to move with new ... Read More
How to bring step children under Saudi family visa? by zurinzulkan
What is the process to apply for Saudi family visa for step children? Our application earlier on for me and kids (step children) under my husband dependent was recently rejected. What are other possibilities to get this through? Appreciate help and ...
We are muslim family, by shariah law my kids unable to transfer legally to new husband name because they are not blood related. So we had a guardianship agreement approved by government, endorsed by saudi consulate on permission from my ex husband ... Read More
Moving to Saudi Arabia solo by Cheryl
Hello everybody, Moving to Saudi Arabia is a challenge in itself, but even more when you decide to go alone. If this was your case when you arrived, we would like you to share your experience. It might help other people who are also preparing for ...
Hello everybody, Moving to Saudi Arabia is a challenge in itself, but even more when you decide to go alone. If this was your case when you arrived, we would like you to share your experience. It might help other people who are also preparing for ... Read More
Moving to Riyadh - Rent by Khaji Kushumbayev
Hello Everybody, I am quite sure that this topic has been brought up before, so I apologize for bringing it again. I am an expat from Kazakhstan who is planning to relocate to Riyadh. I have a family - wife, two kids (2 years and 2 months old) and ...
Hello Everybody, I am quite sure that this topic has been brought up before, so I apologize for bringing it again. I am an expat from Kazakhstan who is planning to relocate to Riyadh. I have a family - wife, two kids (2 years and 2 months old) and ... Read More
Returning a car lease by jyurong
I was wondering if anyone has had any experience in returning a car that they got on lease either from NCB bank or directly from a dealer. I am planning on getting lease and being here for the duration, but if something was to to happen and I left, ...
saqayyum2000.. The istemara is in my husbands name. the agent said i can go exit . is it true? i just want to make sure.if you have used the combine salary procedure to lease the car then yes you can not. Your husband to fulfil their requirement ... Read More
How to bring step children under Saudi family visa? by zurinzulkan
What is the process to apply for Saudi family visa for step children? Our application earlier on for me and kids (step children) under my husband dependent was recently rejected. What are other possibilities to get this through? Appreciate help and ...
What is the process to apply for Saudi family visa for step children? Our application earlier on for me and kids (step children) under my husband dependent was recently rejected. What are other possibilities to get this through? Appreciate help and ... Read More
Can Wife be the Sponsor of a Child? by Popolocroix
:rolleyes: As the subject goes - "can a wife be the sponsor of a child?" I mean, instead of the husband, can the child be registered as dependent of a wife? and is it possible for a wife to have a husband as a dependent? thanks
Can he apply for work?, and find another company or sponsor?YEs he can apply for work until he is in her wife iqama, once he find the job of his DREAMS he can get transfer, but yes until you will work on your wife iqama it will be consider as ... Read More
Returning a car lease by jyurong
I was wondering if anyone has had any experience in returning a car that they got on lease either from NCB bank or directly from a dealer. I am planning on getting lease and being here for the duration, but if something was to to happen and I left, ...
Hi. anyone here knows that if i want to transfer to new owner it needs to be 1yr before transferring to new owner. Right now i need to transfer my car to new one because i have to exit, i already have exit visa and the car is only 5 months from us . ... Read More
Lease Vehicle Accident and Total Loss-Abdul Latif Jameel by mehboob0872
Can someone help me to handle my situation after I encountered an accident on May 24. Atlhough it was 50% my fault by Najm Inspector put 100% on me as soon as he found my vehicle under lease with full comprehensive coverage, athough the other ...
yes please thank youin case of return yes you there is one year contract minimum, if you want to leave or pay all in both casses in your case i will prefer to add your car on lease transfer option and you can transfer your lease. and bank can not ... Read More
QIWA request rejected by the current employer by njsks1983
Dear Friends, I have accepted the QIWA transfer request, and the current employer has rejected the request. My questions are : 1. What is the next step ? Does the system will close this request or it will keep showing in my QIWA portal. 2. ...
my contract finish on December 19 so if i accept new request on Dec 5 after 14 days start for which date its mean dec 5 ? after 14 day my current employee not response its automatically Accept or no ?First before accepting QIWA request your current ... Read More
Profession Change by aamer184
Hello, I have a BSC 3 year degree from India with Majors in Microbiology, Chemistry and Zoology. Apart from this i have 2 Masters degrees, My current profession is Computer programmer but now due to new rules i am facing issues. I applied to SCE ...
My current profession as per my iqama is Computer programmer. My bachelors degree is pure science but i have a Masters in Computer applications. Having submitted all this i got a response that degree is not relevant enough for my profession, their ... Read More
Will a Hep B carrier get an Iqama? by Casper419
Hi all, I was wondering whether someone can help. I have recently been issued a work visa in my home country (Canada) to come and work in Saudi Arabia. Fortunately, my doctor issued a fit to work note with my application stating it was non ...
If in home country in medical it is identified VISA will not be stamped, if found on medical after arrival in saudia then you will sent back. In short VISA or IQAMA not possible for HEP B or C both Read More
Clearance Letter from SABB by R_Nunna
I have shifted my loan from SABB to Al Rajhi and Loan have shifted and it is showing no loan in SABB but still i have credit card if i pay the credit card amount is it mandatory to cancel credited card or i can still use it
Thanks for the reply and i appreciate you prompt response on my topic. suppose i have 20k in my 2 credit cards whereas all these years i am paying on time the monthly payments where as i just want to get clearance letter as i have cleared the loan ... Read More
transfer to other employer iqama expired by roleeresalda
Good day to of you friends please I need info regarding on my case. I have accepted new job offer from my new employer, and I have read a lot of topics about this and It says that my pending current employer approval, will be cancelled, so my ...
Can anyone help me urgent... I accepted transfer request from employer A and it's automatically approved by mol.my question is my current employer said that I am now transfered under his name and I noticed that in my absher that he is now my ... Read More
Clearance Letter from SABB by R_Nunna
I have shifted my loan from SABB to Al Rajhi and Loan have shifted and it is showing no loan in SABB but still i have credit card if i pay the credit card amount is it mandatory to cancel credited card or i can still use it
I have shifted my loan from SABB to Al Rajhi and Loan have shifted and it is showing no loan in SABB but still i have credit card if i pay the credit card amount is it mandatory to cancel credited card or i can still use itDear , Loan and Credit ... Read More
Bank Account Frozen due to Iqama (Residency Permit) Expiry by Natour
Hi, Has anyone been in the same spot where your bank account is Frozen by the bank because your Iqama has expired, Renewal will take some time as my company has to sort out some issues With the labor office first. My question is how do I ...
Hi Friends, I left (Final Exit) from Saudi Arabia on 9th Oct 2021, My employer was accidentally deposited the Final Clearance Amount in a My Samba Bank Salary Account on Nov 2021. The account was seized/frozen it seems and registered mobile was ... Read More
Job Offer Letter vs Contract Help!! by Guest578
Dear fellow members, I signed a job offer letter with a company in KSA and now I am forced to sign a contract where the remuneration conditions are different (basically certain allowances have not been mentioned) I am asking they add a clause in ...
Hi, I signed a job offer letter with a company in saudi arabia, I have also recieved a demand letter stamped by the ministry requesting transfer of sponsorship, so based on the above I resigned from my current position. Days before my joining, I ... Read More
Transfer Iqama while GOSI contract not accepted by Waqar khan zia
Hello Guys, Since last week, i am looking for some information under saudi labur law for subject as "i have received my GOSI contract and i reject it because offer is not attractive anymore. My company stopped my pay since month of september. They ...
Hi My Gosi Contract on Expired coming December 19 i have good offer other company so its possible to transfer ?any transfer is possible if your HR is willing to give you transfer, if HR is not agreed then trust me even if you are right you will ... Read More
left the Kingdom without paying car loan by zaydoooo
Hello everybody, i was living in Jeddah from 2011-2015. I leased a car from Aljabr in 2014 then in 2015 i travelled to Germany, i left everything in Saudi arabia even my car stayed in front of my place where i was working. I know its a bad ...
Good Day bro.. i will tell you in details once you confirm if you went out of kingdom on exit entry or final exit ? Read More
Road Travel from Riyadh to UAE - 2021 by Jerome DC
I will be traveling by road to UAE from Riyadh on 1st of July, 2021. I traveled like this several times in 2018 and 2019 and pretty much familiar with the procedure and requirements. But because of the pandemic, I held off taking vacations and ...
dont go form kharj road, there is a part of road straight which is single lane and very heavy traffic , and trust me i never heared any one go from that route and never had any kind of accident. small or big but they do face problem because of road ... Read More
Unpaid loan and credit card in termination by sagarchayath
Hi everyone Please response soon that my company terminated but I have unpaid loans and credit card.Company given assignment letter to the bank that in case of termination esb transfer to the bank and inform to the bank before leaving kingdom.even ...
Anyone just leave the country with unpaid loan??one of my friend did this , they catch him in home country after 3 years. Brother they are running a bank , do you think like this they will let their defaulter run away ? if its that easy everyone ... Read More
Sir I am daibetic allow the soudy arabiya country in work visa barber
Sirif your diabetes is under control and you have doctors prescribed medicine and your sugar level is under limits at the time of visa medical test then yes you can get work visa for barber. Read More
Filipina nurse want to marry Palestinian muslim. How and Where? by Prexious
Hi Salamalaykum! Im a filipina nurse in saudi arabia and i have a fiance doctor in the same hospital. Hes a palestinian muslim residing in saudi arabia. Were both muslim bcoz i converted to islam. We are planning to get married but we dont know ...
Hello im cindyrea i am a pilipina and my question is.i am married in philippines .But im almost 3yrs seperate..and i want to convert islam to marry a saudi man.Bcuz my sponsor want to marry me..Its difficult? ?plz give me a advice and help me if ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in Saudi Arabia? How do you go about meeting people ...
Seriously? 🤣Yup , for sure :PNo, I mean, they are asking for finding love and dating. That's awesome.for true love they need to prove it to each other and they need personal place and they dont have it so i offer them place where they ... Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in Saudi Arabia? How do you go about meeting people ...
Seriously? 🤣Yup , for sure :P Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in Saudi Arabia? How do you go about meeting people ...
I need your help. I met one Indonesian girl on tinder now. I am an Indian. we live in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. we are chatting on WhatsApp now. we want to meet but afraid. we both do not have a personal apartment. please guide.Read post #12my apartment ... Read More
What are you missing in Saudi Arabia? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Saudi Arabia, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Saudi Arabia. Do you miss any aspects of your ...
Rest 2 days!!! ,lucky you.yup i m off on fridays and saturdays Read More
Penalties for Breach of Contract....??? by shahia
It has really been frustrating for me to find an answer to a simple question. It is more than a month I have been trying all "KEYWORDS" for an online search to get to the fact. However, it seems to be an uphill task to find clarity on an ambiguity ...
Please response.. i have a breach contract for only 3 months in riyadh as a domestic helper last 2019 because of abusive employer madam is hurting me..means employers fault.., now i want to apply as a skilled worker ( nail technician ) in the same ... Read More
Unpaid loan and credit card in termination by sagarchayath
Hi everyone Please response soon that my company terminated but I have unpaid loans and credit card.Company given assignment letter to the bank that in case of termination esb transfer to the bank and inform to the bank before leaving kingdom.even ...
If someone gets a good paying job after 4 years of exit. Can he settle with bank in installments? Or he can't enter Saudi?need to check with bank before arrival, if bank has already filed a case against you cant enter in kingdom , any how once ... Read More
Free Legal Advise from a Licensed Attorney by Yossef11
Dear Sir/Madam,First of all, I am Saudi Arabian and I am working as a lawyer here in Riyadh and I handle cases within labor court criminal courts, etc. Second of all, Since I am member of this site, I want to provide free legal advise this week ...
I would like to inquire that i have issue regarding the my final exit. Since my employer is holding my clearance form (partially signed) what is best advise that you could provide for my case. Prior to my final exit i have notified them but they ... Read More
Free Legal Advise from a Licensed Attorney by Yossef11
Dear Sir/Madam,First of all, I am Saudi Arabian and I am working as a lawyer here in Riyadh and I handle cases within labor court criminal courts, etc. Second of all, Since I am member of this site, I want to provide free legal advise this week ...
Dear Sir . I joined in a catering company in saudiarabia on 6 July 2020 and my iqama expires in the month of march 2022. I have completed with my current employer 1 year and 2 months . I got a offer in Qatar .so I submitted my two months notice ... Read More
What are you missing in Saudi Arabia? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Saudi Arabia, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Saudi Arabia. Do you miss any aspects of your ...
Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? If so, what are these? Religious occasion, Eid , Mildun Nabi , Moharram , Shab e mayran & Barat, friday gatherings, weekend visits to family, street food is the most important thing, i did not find ... Read More
Enquiry about unpaid loan from alrahji bank, saudi arabia by Nanda malik
Hai.. Myself nanda.. I was working in saudi till 2016 and had taken 75000 riyal on loan from alrahji bank... Since ever i started paying every month.. But in 2016 i came for my leave.. Met with an accident which hold me back to hospital bed for ...
Dear, Your loan is in saudi arabia, they can't put you in jail in india. Better you pay at least little by littleBrother indian local police dont know he have balance loan from bank , else without complain they will catch him and told him to ... Read More
Loanshark lending (with salary ATMs as collateral) by saudipinoy82
I know most of us are aware of the widespread lending practices of some lenders who charge high interest rates (we call it 5-6 scheme) where it usually ranges to 10% interest rate per month against the balance. Though it is so high, many fell into ...
LOL :P am i that stupid ..... Read More
New members of the Saudi Arabia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Saudi Arabia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Good day and assalamu alaikom, I have clarified regarding the transfer new employer.. My problem is Now my iqama is 4days ago expired can I transfer a new employer without approval of my current employer..? Thanks and I hope anyone give nice ... Read More
Transfer sponsorship for my wife by johnerlman
Good day! My wife is currently under my sponsorship. She applied for a job. The company will send a request to transfer her sponsorship from ME to Company sponsor. Can anyone advice to which platform or government site I will receive the request ...
Good day! My wife is currently under my sponsorship. She applied for a job. The company will send a request to transfer her sponsorship from ME to Company sponsor. Can anyone advice to which platform or government site I will receive the request ... Read More
permanent family visa for welder by rpcheriyan
Hi all, I am working as engineer in Saudi but, having visa as electric arc machine welder. I would like to bring my family on permanent visa. Can my visa profession be allowed to do so? Or only visit visa will be permitted. If visit visa, what the ...
Hi all, I am working as engineer in Saudi but, having visa as electric arc machine welder. I would like to bring my family on permanent visa. Can my visa profession be allowed to do so? Or only visit visa will be permitted. If visit visa, what the ... Read More
New members of the Saudi Arabia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Saudi Arabia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Dear Sir My name is Nadine and I am a CELTA certified teacher of English.I live in Lebanon and I speak 3 languages fluently ,french ,arabic ,and english.I am 54 years old and I teach at universities. My Masters is teaching ESL. My aspiration is to ... Read More
GCC driving license conversion by Rishi.Sethi
In year 2016 I hold KSA driving license (5 years) which I exchanged with Omani Driving license in 2018. With recent changes Oman is issuing driving license with only one year validity. My Oman Driving license was valid till May'19. Now I am back ...
I am having a similar case which I need suggestion from any experienced. My Saudi license expired in 2018, in my old visa and original is not with me, actually lost. Now (2021) am in Saudi Arabia, but new visa. Can I get driving license converted ... Read More
Gosi Contract by Fahad Qasim
My gosi contract is definite time period starts on 01 Feb 2020 and ends on 01 Feb 2022 . My question is what will happen after my gosi contract expires ? does it matter any way ? If my gosi contract expires does it required for my employer to send ...
Alright i got your point. can you guide me how i can submit the resignation in email or through written letter ? if i submit my resignation what is my right ? i will be eligible for final exit visa or transfer to another employer ? what if my ... Read More
Visa Transfer through Qiwa while outside Kingdom on Exit Reentry by Waleed Ejaz
Is it possible to get your visa transfer to new employer while being on exit re-entry. My iqama was expired on 1st April 2021 and my work permit is expired on 13 Jan 2021. Actually my previous exployer send me on exit reentry istead of final exit ...
Last Question: Can i complain about this in Labour Court?Arsal is right... better to loock in qatar or kuwait they have good jobs and too much openings ... but chapter for saudia is closed for you for ATLEAST 3 years or could be for life time Read More
Baby born in ksa and mother on Visit Visa by jawadshah121
Dear Fellows I want to inquire about visiti visa, as my wife is living with me in Saudi Arabia on visit visa and my son is born here in Jeddah, I received all the documents including birth certificate, new born baby's passport and Ahwal Madni ...
I'm 8.5mnth pregnant...I'm also on visit visa ..now I can not move my country back ...My delivery date will be November first week n my visa finished October 31 ....My question is if I birth here how can I back my country with my baby?????is ... Read More
Couple in KSA looking to meet new people by FA48
Hello Everyone. We are moving back to KSA after some years, looking forward to meeting new people, singles or married all good with us. Thank you.
you are most welcome be my guest if ever visit Dammam or Al Khobar , Read More
Gosi Contract by Fahad Qasim
My gosi contract is definite time period starts on 01 Feb 2020 and ends on 01 Feb 2022 . My question is what will happen after my gosi contract expires ? does it matter any way ? If my gosi contract expires does it required for my employer to send ...
When should i submit my resignation my iqama expiry is in August 2022 but my contract expires on Feb 2022. does that mean i have to submit resignation 1 month before ? because there is no notice period mention in the contract.if notice period is not ... Read More
Pending Completing Transfer In Absher by New Employer by JAZ4747
ANYBODY CAN HELP ME. I ACCEPTED EMPLOYEE TRANSFER REQUEST IN QIWA PORTAL. ANYBODY KNOWS HOW MUCH TIME TO TRANSFER SPONSORSHIP. THIS NEW LAW I DONOT KNOW HOW MUCH TIME WILL TAKE?
After iqaama expir how many days required for New another Employment transfer or with In 1day process will be done. I think if today iqmaa expired then After 3days new employer send request for transfer pls guideafter iqama expired if you want ... Read More
Freelancing as Permanent Makeup artist in Saudi Arabia by Joo1981
Hi, Just wanted to ask about freelancing in Saudi. My husband will have an iqama and I will be the dependent under his visa. Is there a possibility to work as a freelancer under his visa (I am a permanent makeup artist) ? Or is there any other way ...
Thank you and this is very helpful. I wouldn't work illegally. So in another words there is no way for me to be a freelancer? The only way to be able to work as a permanent makeup artist will be to get a job in a salon ?you can advertise your ... Read More