In Saudi Arabia, an Iqama (residence permit) is essential for legally residing in the country, and it is mandatory to renew it.
According to a 2023 survey report, the total number of foreigners in Saudi Arabia exceeds 10 million. According to a report from the Saudi Gazette last year, over 10 million people from Pakistan, India, Egypt, Yemen, and Bangladesh are employed in the country.
Saudi Arabia has 3 million Indians, 2.5 million Pakistanis, 2.2 million Egyptians, 1.4 million Yemenis, and 1.2 million Bangladeshis. The new fee for extending the exit and re-entry visa is 103.5 Saudi Riyals.
The Absher business platform in Saudi Arabia has set the fee for renewing residence permits (Iqama) at 57.75 Saudi Riyals.
The fee for a final exit is set at 70 Saudi Riyals, while the latest fee for issuing an Iqama is 5.75 Saudi Riyals.
However, the fee for updating passport information for foreigners is 69 Saudi Riyals.
A post on social media from the Absher business platform mentioned that these fees are charged in exchange for the services provided to the people.
