In a recent enforcement effort, the General Directorate of Passports in Saudi Arabia has announced the issuance of approximately 14,800 administrative decisions during the last month of Shawwal. These penalties were directed at both Saudi nationals and expatriates who breached residency, labor, and border security regulations. Types of Violations and Penalties Imposed The range of …
Absher Business Fee Update 2025 Starting January 1, 2025, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has introduced additional charges for several administrative services offered via the Absher Business platform. These newly introduced fees apply to digital services that were previously bundled or free, targeting both employers and expats handling Iqama, visa renewals, and documentation through Absher. …
In a significant move ahead of the Hajj 2025 pilgrimage, theKingdom of Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of short-term visas for citizens from 14 countries, including major labor-exporting nations such as India, Pakistan, Egypt, Bangladesh, and Indonesia. According to the announcement by Saudi authorities, the suspension will take effect starting April 13, 2025, …
