Fasting in Ramadan and 6 days in Shawwal month Muslims are encouraged to fast for six days in the month of Shawwal, following the month of Ramadan, as it is considered equivalent to fasting for a whole year. Join Saudi Expatriates channel on WhatsApp Fasting for 6 days in Shawwal month, emphasized in various authentic Hadith sources, serves as a spiritual boost and provides an opportunity for Muslims to continue the spirit of Ramadan while gaining immense rewards. As per the Sahih Muslim hadeeth (1164), Abu Aiyub Al-Ansari (RA) narrated that, The Messenger of Allah (Prophet Mohammed [Peace ..read more

Implementation of Saudization on all Insurance Product Sales jobs The decision of Saudization on all positions related to sales of insurance products takes effect on Monday, April 15, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. Recommend : Neom workforce is expected to increase by 200,000 by next year The decision is being implemented by the ministry in collaboration with the Insurance Authority with the goals of increasing economic activity in the insurance sector and providing employment opportunities for Saudi residents. - The Insurance Authority will monitor th ..read more

Neom workforce could exceed 200,000 by next year, due to significant Growth At present, more than 140,000 individuals are contributing to different NEOM projects, and projections indicate that number will rise to more than 200,000 in the coming year. Trending : Saudi Arabia announces expiry date of Umrah visa More than a hundred prominent international construction companies gathered at the important contractor event hosted by NEOM, a forward-thinking project in Saudi Arabia's northwest. - Ongoing construction operations and prospective opportunities for projects within NEOM’s wide develop ..read more

Hajj Ministry sets 15th Dhul Qadah as last date for expiry of Umrah visa The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia announced that the expiry date for Umrah visas of international pilgrims is 15th Dhul Qadah and it will be the last day for them. Trending : Benefits of fasting 6 days after Ramadan 30 days The ministry explained that the purpose of moving the expiration date of the Umrah visa from Dhul Qadah 29 to Dhul Qadah 15 is to facilitate the uninterrupted flow of pilgrims from around the world to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah for the yearly Hajj pilgrimage. - Additionally ..read more

Over 20,000 people arrested in Saudi Arabia, within 1 week A nationwide effort in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to track down and arrest those who violates the rules of residency, employment, and border security were resulted in the following. Recommend : Procedure to correct translated name in Iqama The following outcomes occurred within one week during the time period from 4th April to 10th April 2024. 1. A total of 20,667 violators were arrested in all regions of the Kingdom during joint security field campaigns. Of these, 14,805 were found to have violated the residence law, 3 ..read more

Steps to modify the Translated name in Iqama - Saudi Jawazat The Jawazat (Genereal Directorate of Passports) in Saudi Arabia said that companies can able to modify the translated name on the Iqama (Muqeem ID [Resident ID]), and can request it to reprint through the Muqeem portal. Recommend : Al-Khobar is now one in the list of smart cities. This comes from Saudi Jawazat through its official X handle , announcing that amending the translated name in the iqama or residence permit and requesting it to be reprint by the following steps. 1. Login to the Muqeem portal. 2. Search for a resident ..read more

Al-Khobar joins in the list of World's smart cities Al-Khobar is crowned as a smart city by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in its 2024 rankings. According to the institute's announcement, Al-Khobar ranked 99th out of 142 cities worldwide. Trending video : Fine for transporting passengers without permit in Saudi Arabia With its inclusion in this list of Smart cities, Al-Khobar joins Riyadh, Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah as five Saudi cities that have been recognized as smart cities. - This accomplishment highlights the ongoing advancements made by the Kingdom of ..read more

Saudi Supreme Court announced Eid Al-Fitr to be celebrated on Wednesday (10th April 2024) The Supreme Court in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced that 9th April 2024 will be the 30th day of the blessed month Ramadan and Wednesday (10th April 2024) will be the first day of Eid Al-Fitr and Shawwal month in the country. Join Saudi Expatriates Channel on WhatsApp for all latest updates The above statement comes from the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia, this comes after, it was not possible to see the Shawwal Crescent on Monday evening at the Hotait Sudair and Tamir observatories of the Kingdom ..read more

Saudi Arabia starts arresting Unauthorized Passenger pickups at its Airports During the last week, from the 17th to the 23rd of Ramadan, the Transport General Authority (TGA) reported 648 people arrested and 582 vehicles seized for illegal passenger transportation activities at airports around the Kingdom. Most Viewed : Saudi Arabia is offering 50% discount on traffic fines As part of its ongoing regulatory initiatives, the Authority is coordinating this move with the Ministry of the Interior and other relevant institutions. - In addition to encouraging passengers to make use of airport tr ..read more

Saudi Supreme Court calls for Moon sighting on Monday evening for Eid Al-Fitr The Supreme Court in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has called all the Muslims living in the country to sight the Shawwal moon on the evening of Monday, 29th Ramadan 1445 (8th April 2024). Join Saudi Expatriates WhatsApp channel for latest updates Anyone who can see the crescent moon, either with the naked eye or with binoculars, to approach the nearest court and register their testimony. - The Saudi Supreme Court has encouraged individuals who can participate in the Crescent sighting to sign up for the special comm ..read more