Saudi passport authority launches digital travel clearance via Absher for Salwa and King Fahd Causeway
Saudi Arabia’s passport authority has introduced 'Absher Safar,' enabling travelers to complete border procedures electronically at Salwa and King Fahd Causeway.
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AIThe General Directorate of Passports in Saudi Arabia has announced that the 'Absher Safar' service allows citizens and residents to complete travel procedures electronically at the Salwa border crossing and King Fahd Causeway. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to streamline border crossings and enhance digital services.
According to a statement on the authority’s official X account, 'Absher Safar' enables travelers to create an electronic travel request and complete their procedures independently using the Absher app, eliminating the need for traditional processing.
The authority explained that users can access the service by opening the Absher app’s main page and selecting 'Absher Safar' from the quick access menu. The service is currently available at the King Fahd Causeway and Salwa land border crossings.
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The directorate added that upon arrival at the border, travelers must enable Bluetooth and open the Nafath app, then select location verification to complete travel procedures electronically.
The passport authority confirmed the service is available via the Absher Individuals app, urging users to download the latest version to ensure optimal performance.