Hi guys, do you know if it's possible to open an account in KSA holding a visitor visa (not a work visa, iqama)?
Thanks a lot for replies.
Opening an account on a visitor visa
kom340
12 September 2013 14:41:13
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sh3hryar
12 September 2013 15:16:56
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kom340 wrote:Hi guys, do you know if it's possible to open an account in KSA holding a visitor visa (not a work visa, iqama)?
Thanks a lot for replies.
You cant.
smurfette
12 September 2013 16:57:52
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kom340 wrote:Hi guys, do you know if it's possible to open an account in KSA holding a visitor visa (not a work visa, iqama)?
Ditto the previous response. The premise of a visit visa is that you're "visiting," and therefore, have no reasonable need to open a bank account.
TheLegendLeads
12 September 2013 20:43:06
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But why would you? If money transfer is what you wanna do, Western Union can do that.
kevo
13 September 2013 01:27:53
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You need an Iqama to transfer from Western Union also
TheLegendLeads
13 September 2013 01:29:44
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kevo wrote:You need an Iqama to transfer from Western Union also
No, limited amount transactions are allowed on passport.
kevo
13 September 2013 09:04:22
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I tried to transfer money via western union and was declined as did not have valid iqama that was in January, maybe changed since then.
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