Saudi authorities clarify fine for delayed residency issuance for domestic workers
The General Directorate of Passports says a SAR 500 fine applies if a domestic worker’s residency permit is not issued within 90 days of arrival.
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AIA query was submitted to the General Directorate of Passports by a follower, asking: "I have a domestic worker who entered on a trial period, and I never issued her a residency permit. She has now been with me for four years. How much do I need to pay, including fines, to issue her a one-year residency permit?"
The Passports Directorate, via its account on X, clarified that a fine of 500 riyals (SAR) is imposed for delaying the issuance of a residency permit (Iqama) beyond 90 days from the worker’s date of entry.
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It added that the residency permit can be issued through the Absher or Muqeem platforms after the required fees are paid by the employer.
The directorate also confirmed that a medical examination is required to complete the process.