Extension of Validity of Iqama, Exit and Re-entry Visas for Saudi Arabia

July 6, 2020POEA ADVISORY NO. 91-20EXTENSION OF VALIDITY OF IQAMA, EXIT AND RE-ENTRY VISAS FOR SAUDI ARABIAIn the continuous efforts of the Saudi government to prevent the spread of corona virus pandemic in the Kingdom, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has approved the extension of three months from 30 June 2020, the validity of the expired iqama (residency permit) and exit and re-entry visas of expatriates who are outside the Kingdom during the suspension of entry and exit from the Kingdom, without any penalties. HTcADCMoreover, the following visa holders were also approved of an extension of three months by the government without any fees:a. Visit visas for those in the Kingdom; andb. Final exit visas and re-entry visas issued to residents who are in the Kingdom but remained unused during the lockdown period because of the suspension of entry and exit from the Kingdom.For the information and guidance of all concerned.(SGD.) BERNARD P. OLALIAAdministratorSources:POLO Riyadh in a virtual meeting on 04 July 2020https://saudigazette.com.sa