Understanding the New Exit Re-Entry Visa Rules KSA updated by Saudi Directorate General of Passports (Jawazat) is crucial for expatriates and their dependents traveling outside Saudi Arabia. Jawazat has simplified digital visa extension procedures through Absher while enforcing strict timeline compliance to prevent entry bans and administrative penalties.
سعودی جوازات نے خروج وعودہ (Exit Re-entry) ویزا کی تمدید (Extension) اور قوانین کے حوالے سے نئی ہدایات جاری کی ہیں۔ تمام پردیسیوں کے لیے ان قوانین پر عمل کرنا اور وقت پر ویزا اپ ڈیٹ رکھنا ضروری ہے۔
Key Updates on Exit Re-Entry Visa Extension in 2026
Jawazat has highlighted several operational rules regarding single and multiple exit re-entry visas for foreign workers:
- Online Extension Outside KSA: Sponsors (Kafeel) or employers can now extend exit re-entry visas electronically via the Absher or Muqeem portals while the worker is outside Saudi Arabia, provided the Iqama remains valid.
- Validity Calculated from Departure: For visas issued with a duration in days (e.g., 60, 90, or 120 days), the validity period starts from the actual date of departure from Saudi Arabia.
- Dependent Visa Renewal: Expatriate heads of family can extend family exit re-entry visas directly using their personal Absher account after paying the standard monthly dependent fees and visa extension charges.
اب کفیل یا ورک بائی ایمپلائر آپ کا خروج وعودہ ویزا سعودی عرب سے باہر ہوتے ہوئے بھی ابشر (Absher) یا مقیم (Muqeem) کے ذریعے بڑھا سکتا ہے، بشرطیکہ آپ کا اقامہ ایکٹیو ہو۔
Step-by-Step: How to Extend Exit Re-Entry Visa via Absher
To extend an exit re-entry visa before it expires, follow these basic online steps:
- Log in to the official Absher Business or Personal platform.
- Navigate to E-Services and select Sponsor Services / Family Members.
- Select Visa Services and choose the specific individual requiring a visa extension.
- Pay the required visa extension fee via Saudi Online Banking (SADAD code 013).
- Confirm the extension duration and download the updated visa confirmation receipt.
ویزہ کی تمدید کے لیے ابشر سروسز میں جا کر سداد (SADAD) کے ذریعے فیس ادا کریں اور وہاں سے باآسانی ویزہ کی تاریخ میں توسیع کریں۔
Penalties for Overstaying or Visa Expiration
Failing to return to Saudi Arabia before the expiry of an exit re-entry visa carries specific administrative regulatory consequences under Saudi residency laws:
- “Khuruj Niha’i” Status Shift: If a worker does not return before visa expiration and the visa is not extended within the stipulated window, their status transitions to “Exit and Didn’t Return” (Khuruj Wa Lam Ya’ud).
- Re-entry Restriction: Workers with expired exit re-entry visas who do not return face a 3-year entry restriction from returning to KSA on a new work visa, unless issuing a new visa under the same employer.
اگر خروج وعودہ ختم ہونے سے پہلے کوئی شخص واپس نہیں آتا اور نہ ویزا بڑھواتا ہے، تو اس پر 3 سال کی پابندی لگ سکتی ہے (بشرطیکہ وہ پرانے کفیل کے ویزے پر واپس نہ آئے)۔
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I extend my exit re-entry visa if my Iqama is expired?
No, you must first renew your Iqama and pay all associated residency fees before the system allows an exit re-entry visa extension.
What is the fee for extending an exit re-entry visa?
The standard fee is SAR 100 per month for single visas and SAR 200 per month for multiple visas, plus any applicable dependent fees.
How can I check my exit re-entry visa validity status online?
You can check your visa validity anytime by entering your Iqama number and passport number on the official Absher or Muqeem Visa Validity portal.
