2019-11-12 18:58
Video : Female Student in Saudi Arabia scares classmates with snakeA student in Saudi Arabia brought a snake to her class at University of Taiba in Madina, Saudi Arabia from her house to sca… Read More
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2019-11-11 18:31
Saudi Arabia's Domestic Workers are entitled for ESB, Weekly Off and Sick LeavesHuman Rights Commission in Saudi Arabia has introduced new rules and regulations for domestic workers, related… Read More
2019-11-10 20:20
List of Technician Professions on iqama that need to register for Membership in Saudi Council of Engineers for Iqama RenewalThe list of 136 Iqama professions of Technicians in Saudi Arabia t… Read More
2019-11-10 20:19
Guide to register for Technician membership on Saudi Council of Engineers, Must for Techinican Iqama professionsProcedure for the registration of membership with Saudi Council of Engineering… Read More
2019-11-09 18:44
Saudi Arabia to fine those who Spit in Public or Dump Litter on StreetsSaudi Arabia to fine reckless people who spit in pubic or dump litter in the streets of the Kingdom announced the Minis… Read More
2019-11-08 18:57
One stop procedure is in Final stage on King Fahad CausewayImplementation of one stop crossing on King Fahad Causeway soon between two countries of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain for the visitors… Read More
2019-11-05 21:47
e-Screens with Fuel Prices are now mandatory at Petrol stations in Saudi ArabiaNow Gasoline stations in Saudi Arabia are required to install electronic screens at the entrances for displayin… Read More
2019-11-05 21:11
Saudi Arabia has banned Huroob Expats from re-entering into Saudi ArabiaJawazat in Saudi Arabia has warned expatriates of being reported huroob, As huroob expats will be fined with 50,000 SR… Read More
2019-11-05 20:36
Saudi Arabia warns using Banknotes on decorating Flower BouquetsSaudi Arabia warned those who is using banknotes to decorate bouqets of flowers, Its a violation and the violator will face a… Read More
2019-11-05 15:29
eXtra launched its Mega Sale 2019 offer on all Electronics with upto 50% discountsExtra Mega Sale is offering best deals on Smartphones, TVs, Laptops, Air Conditioners and Other Home Applian… Read More
2019-11-04 18:59
Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates to launch Joint Visa soon for TouristsSaudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are working together to launch a new joint tourist visa which will… Read More
2019-11-03 20:41
Saudi Arabia to increase Paksitan's Labor Manpower quotaSaudi Arabia accepted a request of Pakistan for an increased share of the labor force in the country for multi billion dollars project… Read More
2019-11-03 20:04
The Ministry of Finance said there is "No change in Expat Fee or Dependent Fee in Saudi Arabia"As per the Ministry of Finance there is No change in expat or dependent fee of expatriates in t… Read More
2019-11-02 21:39
Airport Tax of 10 SR on Domestic Travelers in Saudi Arabia from January 2020Starting from 1st January 2020, All the domestic passengers in Saudi Arabia traveling between one airport to other… Read More
2019-11-01 22:14
Transferring Car Ownership soon through online AbsherExpatriates and citizens of Saudi Arabia will no longer need to visit offices to transfer their vehicle ownership to someone, as soon it… Read More
2019-11-01 21:46
Foreign Universities can now Set up its Branches in Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia's new law to allow foreign universities to set up its branches in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as per the cabinet… Read More
2019-11-01 19:44
Philippine Embassy in Riyadh is testing Passport Applications without AppointmentThe Philippine Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia informs the Filipino community in the Kingdom that it will tes… Read More
2019-11-01 19:03
Saudi Government compensates Bangladeshi Makkah Crane accident victimsThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia handed over compensation cheques to the relatives of Bangladeshi victims of the Makkah crane… Read More
2019-11-01 14:01
Is Wearing 'Shorts' in Public Places a violation in Saudi ArabiaThe list of public regulation codes in the Kingdom that "short" does not fall within the irregularities identified in the list… Read More
2019-10-25 08:19
Using Curtains in a Car or Vehicle is now a Traffic Violation in Saudi ArabiaUsing curtains in a car or vehicle is a Traffic offense in Saudi Arabia, If drivers found using curtains in their… Read More
2019-10-23 19:01
Host Visa of 90 days for Expats and Citizens to become reality soon in Saudi ArabiaHost visa with validity of 90 days to become reality soon in Saudi Arabia, Host visa allows expatriates and… Read More
2019-10-22 19:30
Saudi Airlines offers upto 50% discount on International flights and upto 20% on Domestic flightsSaudi Airlines offers Riyadh Season offer with upto 50% discount on International flights and… Read More
2019-10-22 18:12
No Final Exit from Saudi Arabia till you pay your Traffic Violation finesNo exit for the traffic violators expatriates until you pay the traffic violations fines available on your iqama, Tho… Read More
2019-10-20 21:04
Saudi Shoura Council is discussing on a Proposal to end increase in Expat and Dependent FeeShoura Council Members in Saudi Arabia discussed proposal to end increase in expat and dependent fe… Read More
2019-10-20 11:50
Starting Today, Saudi Arabia reduced its Petrol Prices for the Fourth Quarter of the year 2019Starting from Today (October 20th, 2019), Fuel prices reduced in Saudi Arabia for the fourth Qua… Read More
2019-10-12 21:34
Riyadh Season : 100's of Events planned from 11th October to 15th DecemberRiyadh Season is a 3 month mega event in the capital city of Saudi Arabia from 11th October to 15th December all aro… Read More
2019-10-12 18:22
Jacqueline Fernandez becomes the first woman celebrity to get visibility at Saudi AirportJacqueline Fernandez Bollywood actress became the first female celebrity to get visibility at Saudi A… Read More
2019-10-12 12:48
Saudi Tourist Visa for Group B Countries including India, Paksitan, Philippines, etcSaudi Arabia opened its doors to tourists from all over the world, Applicants of the Tourists visas are di… Read More
2019-10-06 19:50
Saudi Arabia dropped restrictions on Foreing Men and Women from Sharing Hotel roomsSaudi Arabia dropped restrictions on Tourists men and women on sharing hotel rooms together without proving… Read More
2019-10-05 11:03
Businesses in Saudi Arabia to allow to work round the clock from January 2020The Ministry of Municipalities and Rural Affairs revealed that regulations on allowing businesses to work round t… Read More
2019-10-05 10:47
Labor Ministry in Saudi Arabia approved protection control against Inappropriate behavior at workThe Minister of Labor and Social Development in Saudi Arabia approved protection control agai… Read More
2019-10-05 09:45
130 Bangladeshi Expatriates sent back to Bangladesh from Saudi ArabiaA flight carrying about 130 Bangladeshi workers have been sent from Saudi Arabia to Bangladesh's Hazrat Shahjalal Interna… Read More
2019-10-01 22:39
Violations and Penalties on Public Decency Codes of Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia's Police are authorize to detect the listed violations and levy the fines on the violators of the Public Decency… Read More
2019-10-01 21:54
Haramain Train in between Makkah & Madina to resume its services within a MonthSaudi Arabia's Haramain Train to resume its services within 30 days from the new Station at King Abdul Aziz… Read More
2019-10-01 21:18
Crane victims of Makkah received Hefty amount of 1 Million Riyals from Saudi ArabiaThe Indian poor man was surprised when he had received a cheque of 133,000 US dollars by post from the gove… Read More
2019-09-30 19:48
Tourists can visit Saudi Arabia multiple times in 1 Year, Each stay would not exceed 90 daysSaudi Arabia has begun issuing Tourist Visas to all those who wish to visit the Kingdom from all o… Read More
2019-09-27 12:49
List of Countries eligible for new Saudi Arabia's e-Tourist VisasFor the first time in the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, It is going to allow Tourists in the country on new electro… Read More
2019-09-27 12:44
Women Tourists not required to wear Abaya in Saudi Arabia, Modest clothing enoughForeign women visiting to Saudi Arabia will not required to wear an Abaya (The Viel, wear by Muslim women), H… Read More
2019-09-27 10:39
Saudi Arabia's Tourist Visa in 7 minutes for 49 Countries NationalsFor the first time in its history, Saudi Arabia is going to start issuing Tourist Visas from 28th September 2019 (Saturday)… Read More
2019-09-26 21:46
The new Jeddah's King Abdul Aziz International Airport Terminal 1Saudi Arabia's King Salman officially inaugurated the new King Abdul Aziz International Airport (KAIA) Terminal 1, It is one… Read More
2019-09-26 19:10
Saudi Girl suffocates to death in Jizan after being Forgotten in CarA 5 year old Saudi girl was found dead after she was left asleep for hours inside the locked car, The incident happened in… Read More
2019-09-26 06:06
Saudi Arabia have Waived SR 30bn Expat fee of Industrial workersSaudi Arabia has waived expat fee of licensed industrial sector expatriate workers for 5 years, It is about to cost 30 billion… Read More
2019-09-25 20:42
Top Ten Banks in the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaThe top 10 banks in Saudi Arabia, as per the total assets at the end of the last year. In June 2019, Saudi Arabia's Saudi British Bank and Alawwal… Read More
2019-09-24 19:02
Saudi authorities arrested a man for walking with a lion at Jeddah roadSaudi Arabia's security authorities arrested a man after he was seen walking with a lion on a main road in the Jeddah c… Read More
2019-09-22 23:16
Zain KSA offers free Internet data on 23rd September for Saudi National DataZain in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia offers free internet data on September 23 in celebrataion of 89th Saudi Nation… Read More
2019-09-21 17:05
Mobily offers unlimited internet on 89th Saudi National DayOn the occasion of 89th Saudi Arabia's National Day, Mobily telecom announced unlimited internet for its customers for one day on 2… Read More
2019-09-20 14:30
STC offers various offers on 89th Saudi National DaySaudi Telecom Company (STC) offers the biggest offer, gifts and competitions on 89th Saudi National Day.1. Free Offer for all Customers :U… Read More
2019-09-20 11:26
Saudi Airlines is offering 1 million seats for 99 SR in celebration of 89th Saudi National DayIn celebration of Saudi Arabia's 89th National Day, Saudi Airlines is offering one million seats… Read More
2019-09-20 10:47
Flyans Saudi Naitonal Day Offer on Domestic & International flightsIn celebration of Saudi Arabia's 89th National Day, All Flynas doomestic flights prices started from 49 SR and Internat… Read More
2019-09-16 20:59
On behalf of the King, Makkah Governor washes the Holy Kaaba from InsideThe Governor of Makkah Region and the Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques washes the Holy Kaaba on 16th S… Read More
2019-09-15 19:25
FireWork Shows in Saudi Arabia on 89th Saudi National Day from 19th to 23rd SeptemberGeneral Entertainment Authority (GEA) organises Fireworks Shows in Saudi Arabia for 5 consecutive d… Read More
2019-09-15 17:48
Riyadh Police in Saudi Arabia has arrested a man who fired shots near babyRiyadh police in Saudi Arabia has arrested a man who fired shots close to the baby head, The suspected identified is… Read More
2019-09-14 09:29
Drone Attacks on Two Saudi Aramco Facilities cause FireThe drone attacks caused fires at two Saudi Aramco facilities in the Kingdom, the blazes are under control now said the Ministry of Int… Read More
2019-09-13 10:43
NRI cleared of Iqama forgery, returns home after 3 yearsAfter a long legal battle of 3 years in Saudi Arabia a NRI recently returned home, he was accused of forging iqama (resident permit) o… Read More
2019-09-12 19:56
Saudi Arabia and Iraq to reopen the ArAr crossing on October 15Saudi Arabia and Iraq have agreed to open the ArAr border on October 15 for crossing into the countries on commercial purposes… Read More
2019-09-12 19:29
5 Day Saudi National Day celebrations in DubaiOn the occassion of 89th Saudi National Day, 5 days special events will be taking place all over Dubai as per the statement of visitdubai.com Tr… Read More
2019-09-11 21:10
A fee of 300 SR on Single Entry Visit Visa of 3 months, Multiple Entry Visit Visa of 1 year, Tranist Visa of 96 HoursSaudi Arabia has recently approved the restructuring of visa system for H… Read More
2019-09-10 21:18
Filipinos are not allowed to work in these 25 countriesOverseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) are not allowed to work in any of these 24 countries as per the advisory release of Philippine Oversea… Read More
2019-09-10 17:38
New King Hamad Causeway between Saudi Arabia & Bahrain to cost $4 BillionsThe construction of the new Saudi-Bahrain King Hamad Causeway to begin in 2021 with a cost of 4 Billion dollars… Read More
2019-09-10 16:39
SR 300 for Hajj, Umrah and Visit visas soon, Clarified the Ministry of Hajj and UmrahA fee of 300 SR has been introduced for all visitors for Hajj, Umrah and visit visas soon, The repeat Umr… Read More
2019-09-09 19:56
Cancellation of repeat Umrah fees, Saudi Arabia's King Salman issues Royal DecreeSaudi Arabia's King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman issued a royal decree restructuring visit, Ha… Read More
2019-09-08 21:32
Expatriates Guide for Working in Saudi ArabiaTill start living or working there, you can’t understand how amazing is Kingdome of Saudi Arabia to have a surprising professional career a… Read More
2019-09-07 19:23
Government Employees in Saudi Arabia will get a Holiday on Revisit to the HospitalA revisit to the hospital of a government employee in Saudi Arabia is considered as an official holiday for… Read More
2019-09-06 20:34
Labor Office in AlKhobar settles several months dues of 195 Expats from Two CompaniesThe Ministry of Labor Office in AlKhobar has settled dues worth 8,253,043 SR from two companies to 195 ex… Read More
2019-09-05 21:23
Flynas launched its Mega Promo on domestic flights from 39 SR & International flights from 199 SRFlynas offers this year's biggest offers, starting from 39 SR on domestic flights and 199… Read More
2019-09-04 20:25
Saudi Arabia set to launch new Electronic Tourist Visa on September 27 for 51 countriesSaudi Arabia set to introduce new electronic tourist visas on September 27, It will allow tourists and… Read More
2019-08-30 04:39
Saudi Expats leaving on Final Exit Visa can return anytime to Saudi Arabia on new VisaJawazat (The General Directorate of Passports) in Saudi Arabia has denied rumors which are circulating o… Read More
2019-08-27 09:52
Inquiry launched on Friction between Saudia and Ethiopian Jets at Jeddah AirportThe General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) Investigation Bureau launched an inquiry to find out the causes… Read More
2019-08-27 07:33
Ministry approves new Violation fines on Selling Visas, Keeping Passports, Salary Dues, Wrong Profession on Iqama or Work Permit, etcThe Ministry of Labor and Social Development in Saudi Ara… Read More
2019-08-21 11:00
Saudi Arabia announces 4 Days Holidays on the occassion of 89th Saudi National DaySaudi Ministry announces 4 days holidays for the 89th Saudi National Day, Which is about to fall on 23rd Sep… Read More
2019-08-17 14:48
About 3.7 Million Illegal Expats arrested in Saudi Arabia since November 2017Authorities in Saudi Arabia arrested more than 3.67 million expatriates for violating the residence permits… Read More
2019-08-12 18:24
Paksitani doctors no more eligible to work in Saudi Arabia, UAE, QatarPakistani national doctors are no longer be eligible to work in Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries like UAE , Qatar… Read More
2019-08-08 23:31
ILLEGAL PILGRIMS TO FACE DEPORTATION & 10 YEARS BAN FROM ENTERING INTO KSAMore than 400,060 people stopped from entering into Makkah city as they failed to provide hajj permit, The Hajj… Read More
2019-08-08 22:03
Saudi Arabia calls for Peaceful Solution on Jammu and KashmirThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is following up the present situation in Indian state "Jammu and Kashmir", after the revoke of Articl… Read More
2019-08-04 20:40
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia served over 95 million Hajj pilgrims in 50 Hajj seasonsThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia served over 95 million pilgrims in previous 50 years of Hajj seasons as per the… Read More
2019-08-03 18:33
Fines in Saudi Arabia on Private Companies for Delaying Salaries, End Of Service Benefits and refusing Weekly OffsA fine of 10,000 Saudi Riyals on private company for each employee, if the c… Read More
2019-08-02 10:19
Saudi Arabia now allows Women to travel Independently without Male or Guardian approvalWomen in Saudi Arabia no longer require a permission from a male guardian or family member to travel or… Read More
2019-08-01 21:50
Indian notes had word 'Haj' in 1950-60 for the use of Haj pilgrimsThe Indian government in 1950-60 issued notes for the use of pilgrims going for Hajj to Saudi Arabia from India. Similar : S… Read More
2019-08-01 18:30
Large Hailstones rain damaged several vehicles and killed animalsHeavy rain and hail stones lashed in some parts of Saudi Arabia, damaging several cars with no causalities were reported in t… Read More
2019-08-01 17:41
Zul Hijjah crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Arafah day will be on 10th August and Eid Al Adha will be on 11th AugustThe festival of Eid Al Adha to celebrate on 11th August 2019 (Sunday… Read More
2019-07-30 21:23
Taif city in Saudi Arabia to see its first cinema theater in Park for Taif Season FestivalTaif city in Saudi Arabia is all set to get its first cinema theater in Park, Municipality of the ci… Read More
2019-07-30 20:48
Saudi Supreme Court calls all Muslims in Saudi Arabia to sight Dhul Hijjah crescent on 1st AugustThe Supreme Court in Saudi Arabia has called all the citizens and expatriates throughout the… Read More
2019-07-29 20:45
One Million Pilgrims arrived so far in Saudi Arabia to perform their Hajj rituals this yearThe number of Hajj pilgrims arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia so far to perform their Hajj rit… Read More
2019-07-29 20:15
New Anti-Begging Law in Saudi Arabia will punish beggars with Jail and fineA new law to combat begging in Saudi Arabia to apply, it will punish to those who make it as begging profession wit… Read More
2019-07-29 11:24
Saudi Arabia to Ban recruitment of Expats in several Hospitality JobsThe Ministry of Labor and Social Development in Saudi Arabia announced its plan to ban expatriates soon from several hosp… Read More
2019-07-28 20:21
King Salman invited Indonesian Grandfather to perform Hajj after his viral videoThis story seems like a fairy tale and it also has happy ending, An Indonesian old man who was financially uns… Read More
2019-07-28 14:34
Life in Saudi Arabia 45 years ago, Experience of an ExpatAn expat who stayed in Saudi Arabia for 44 years is now leaving his home town at the age of 70, He has seen all the dry winds blowing… Read More
2019-07-27 20:55
Makkah Holy sites successfully reduced Heat at Pedestrian pathways for Hajj pilgrimsThe Municipality of Makkah in Saudi Arabia has finished coating 3500 square meters of area in the holy sit… Read More
2019-07-26 21:17
Saudi Arabia is finalizing regulations to issue temporary visas for ExpatsSaudi Arabia is finalizing the regulations needed to issue temporary visas for expatriates working for government or… Read More
2019-07-25 21:15
Saudi Ministry warns all the applicants to not click on Fraud or Scam links offering Free HajjThe Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia issued an alert to all pilgrims recommending them… Read More
2019-07-24 21:13
Saudi Stock Exchange announced 9 Days of Holiday for Eid Al Adha CelebrationsThe Stock Exchange (Tadawul) in Saudi Arabia announced 9 days Eid holidays for the upcoming Eid Al Adha (Hajj) of… Read More
2019-07-24 21:10
Eid Al Adha 2019 (1440) is likely to fall on 11th August in Saudi ArabiaEid Al Adha in Saudi Arabia is likely to fall on Sunday as per the prediction of International Astronomical Centre (IA… Read More
2019-07-20 22:10
Oman Air cancels 877 flights from 14th July to 31st August 2019 Oman Air has cancelled around 900 flights from 7th July to 31st August, due to the decision of Civil Aviation Authority e… Read More
2019-07-20 20:26
1200 Year Old Ancient Mosque discovered by Archaeologists in IsraelArchaeologists have discovered one of the world's oldest rural mosques in Israel, which was built around the time Islam arr… Read More
2019-07-18 23:00
Kaaba Kiswa is Lifted up to 3 meters from the GroundLike every Hajj season, This season also Kaaba Kiswa is raised up to 3 meters from the ground and covered it with white cotton cloth about… Read More
2019-07-18 22:48
SpiceJet Airline introducing a new non stop flight from Riyadh to Mumbai & Mumbai to Riyadh after Jeddah and DubaiStarting from 16th August 2019, Indian low cost airline Spicejet is intr… Read More
2019-07-17 20:27
Ministry of Islamic Affairs to offer 8 Million copies of Holy Quran and its translations to Hajj pilgrimsThe Ministry of Islamic Affairs in Saudi Arabia to distribute 8 million copies of the… Read More
2019-07-17 19:29
Saudi Arabia decided to allow businesses to remain open 24/7 The Council of Ministers and The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman in Saudi Arabia decided to allow businesses t… Read More
2019-07-16 22:37
Saudi Arabia's King Salman orders to host 200 Christchurch attack victims for HajjSaudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz al Saud has ordered to host 200 people to perform Hajj this year fr… Read More
2019-07-16 22:15
Partial Lunar Eclipse seen in Saudi ArabiaAll the regions of Saudi Arabia witnessed partial moon eclipse Today late night starting from 11:00 PM to 2:00 PM reaching its peak at 12:30 PM on W… Read More
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