Good news for stranded expatriates as Saudi Arabia announces extension of Iqama
Sun Online Desk
25th May, 2021 09:43:13
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday extended the validity of Iqamas (residency permits) and visas automatically free of cost in the country, the local media houses reported.
The Directorate General of Passports (Jawazat) has announced the free extension of the validity period of iqamas, exit and re-entry visas, as well as visit visas of expatriates which is approved by the finance minister at the directives of custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.
The move is part of the continuous of efforts being taken by the government to ensure the safety of citizens and residents and to mitigate its economic and financial impacts on them.