Category Archives: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Power Bank Rules: Saudi Arabia has introduced updated rules for carrying and using power banks on flights to improve passenger safety. The new regulations, announced by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), follow the latest international aviation safety standards issued by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). If you are flying to, […]

Saudi Arabia has officially started enforcing the 30% Saudization requirement in engineering professions across the private sector. The new rule took effect on 30 June 2026 and is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to increase employment opportunities for Saudi nationals under its workforce localization program. For expatriate engineers and private companies, this update brings […]

Saudi Arabia has officially extended the work permit correction deadline until the end of 2026, giving eligible employers and expatriate workers more time to regularize work permit records and comply with labor regulations. The decision is expected to help businesses resolve outstanding work permit issues while protecting the rights of both employers and employees. The […]

SIMs Linked to Your Iqama: Every mobile SIM card in Saudi Arabia must be registered under a valid national ID or Iqama. Because of this, every expatriate should regularly check which SIM cards are linked to their Iqama. Doing so helps protect your identity, prevents unauthorized mobile numbers from being used in your name, and […]

Occupational Fitness Assessment for Workers: Saudi Arabia has announced a major change to its employment regulations by introducing mandatory occupational fitness assessments and health screenings for workers. The new system aims to ensure that employees are medically fit for their jobs and can perform their duties safely without risking their own health or the safety […]

Saudi Arabia is expected to become an even larger source of overseas employment for Pakistanis over the coming years. According to official planning documents, Pakistan is preparing to train and deploy between 300,000 and 400,000 workers to meet the expected labor demand arising from Saudi Arabia’s massive infrastructure projects and preparations for the 2034 FIFA […]

Saudi Permanent Family Visa: For expatriates in Saudi Arabia, the “permanent family visa” usually means the family residence route that allows your spouse and children to enter the Kingdom and then receive dependent iqamas linked to your own residency. It is different from a family visit visa, which is temporary and does not convert into […]

If you want to check loans and bills linked to your Iqama number, the most reliable method is to access your personal credit record through SIMAH’s MOLIM service. It can show financing, credit cards, telecom obligations, repayment history, credit inquiries, and other credit-related records connected to your identity in Saudi Arabia. For expats in Saudi […]

An Iqama color status check helps us find out whether our employer falls under a compliant or non-compliant Nitaqat category. In most cases, the status appears as green, red, or excluded. A green status is generally favorable, while a red status may restrict visa, renewal, and sponsorship-related services. Saudi Arabia’s labor system continues to evolve. […]

Mosadaqa Certificate Verification: For Pakistani applicants, Mosadaqa is the Saudi online certificate verification service for non-Saudi educational qualifications. In practice, it is used to verify degrees and other higher education credentials before they are accepted in Saudi Arabia for employment, licensing, or related official use. The service is online, supports applicants from many countries, and […]