Question 1

May I go on an exit re-entry visa if my iqama is expired?

Accepted Answer

No, you should have a valid iqama and the Iqama should be valid until you return back to KSA.

Question 2

How many days an Iqama is valid?

Accepted Answer

Normally, it is valid for one year but it can be issued for a longer period but cannot be issued for less than a year period.

Question 3

What documents are required for Iqama renewal?

Accepted Answer

Normally, your passport should be valid. No penalties like traffic violations Other registrations like SCE – Saudi Council of Engineers also should be valid.

Question 4

How to check iqama expiry on Mobile?

Accepted Answer

You can check Iqama expiry through SMS, the MOI Mobile application, or the MOI website as explained in this blog.

Question 5

Is there any penalty for the Iqama expiration?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you need to renew Iqama within 3 days of its expiry but cannot be later than this otherwise you need to pay a heavy fine that ranges from a minimum to 500 SAR which can lead to jail & deportation if you are unable to get it renewed.

Question 6

How early can I renew my Iqama?

Accepted Answer

You can renew three months after its expiry date.

Question 7

Who is to renew my Mine Iqama?

Accepted Answer

Your kafeel is to renew your Iqama, not you.

Question 8

May I get the final exit if my Iqama is expired?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can but need to pay the fine of that period.

Question 9

May I transfer mineIqama?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can after a mutual agreement with your old and new company kafeel.

Question 10

May I take transfer if my Iqama is expired?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can after a mutual agreement with your new company kafeel only this time and no need permission from old kafeel.

Question 11

If my Iqama is of Red status still I can take transfer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can after a mutual agreement with your new company kafeel only this time and no need permission from old kafeel.

Question 12

If I am put on Huroob still I can take transfer?

Accepted Answer

No, you first need to settle issues with your kafeel and remove huroob then you can take a transfer.

Question 13

If my Iqama is already expired then what to do?

Accepted Answer

Just pay the extra fine imposed and get it renewed.

Question 14

What is the normal fee of Iqama renewal?

Accepted Answer

It is around 10,000 SAT but you can read above more in detail for category-wise.

Question 15

How can I check iqama validity without an Absher account?

Accepted Answer

You can check via SMS or can see the Ministry of Labor website as explained above and the video is attached.

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