Saudi Arabia
Guide to work permit and immediate visa requirements
Service details and information
Documents and papers required to apply via the platforms
To complete the transaction successfully via the specified official electronic platforms, please prepare and prepare the following documents and supporting papers:
- A valid Chamber of Commerce subscription certificate.
- Certificate of compliance with Qiwa’s wage protection program for the last month.
- Registration in the facility’s official national address service.
- Work site lease contract documented via the Ejar platform.
Self-submission steps and procedures
We explain to you the application and review steps officially followed to implement the transaction through government platforms and systems:
Step No. 1
Access the Qiwa platform and choose the facility’s approved account.
Step 2
Go to the work permit service and check the list of expatriate employees.
Step 3
Calculate the value of the consolidated invoice for the financial consideration and pay it via the SADAD service.
Step No. 4
Instant electronic approval of work permit and updating of passport records.
Expert Advice: Exemptions and Exceptions
Small enterprises or entrepreneurs are exempt from some fees according to the government decisions currently in effect.
Emergency alternatives (manual procedure)
In the event that the electronic portal malfunctions or there are technical issues, you must book an appointment and visit the Ministry’s branches to complete the procedure manually.
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