If you’re living in Saudi Arabia, there’s some good news coming your way. The Saudi Kingdom has just rolled out new rules that will make life a lot simpler for expatriates, especially when it comes to renewing resident IDs and visas. The General Directorate of Passports has just announced that dependents of residents, as well as domestic workers located outside of Saudi Arabia, now have the green light to renew their resident IDs. So, no more stressing about doing it all in person.
What’s New? Easy Renewals And Visa Extensions
In addition to the exciting ID news, residents living outside of Saudi Arabia can now extend their exit and re-entry visas (whether single or multiple) without the usual hassle. That means you can go on that long-awaited trip and come back without worrying about expired paperwork. The best part? You can take care of all of this through Saudi Arabia’s official digital platforms, Absher and the Muqeem Portal.
How to Get It Done
Gone are the days when you had to jump through hoops or make endless trips to government offices. The new process is super straightforward. After paying the required service fees, everything is a click away on Absher and Muqeem. This digital service revolutionizes the way expats can manage their residency and travel, bringing convenience right to their fingertips.
Where To Access These Services
Absher Platform: A one-stop solution for residents, dependents, and domestic workers to manage everything related to their residency, ID, and visa renewals.
Muqeem Portal: Another platform for smooth and secure visa-related services, ideal for expats managing family affairs from outside the Kingdom.
Of course, like any good service, there’s a small catch: you’ll need to pay the service fees according to Saudi regulations. But considering the convenience this provides, it’s well worth it, especially when you can renew your ID or extend a visa from the comfort of your home.
Saudi Arabia’s new ID and visa rules are a major win for expatriates. Whether you’re renewing your resident ID, extending your exit and re-entry visa, or managing paperwork from abroad, the digital platforms Absher and Muqeem are your new best friends. No more long lines or endless paperwork, just a smoother, faster experience that’s all about making your life easier. Welcome to the future of residency management!
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