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Saudi Arabia Introduces 6-Month Grace Period to Fix Huroob Status

Saudi Arabia Introduces 6-Month Grace Period to Fix Huroob Status Saudi Arabia has introduced a six-month grace period allowing employers to resolve the legal status of domestic workers previously reported as “huroob” (runaway). This initiative by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) provides an opportunity for families and sponsors to correct violations […]

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Saudi Arabia Introduces Digital Hajj Permits for 2025

Saudi Arabia has launched a new digital service to streamline Hajj permits for the 2025 pilgrimage season. Through the Tawakkalna app, pilgrims and workers can now access all official permits required for Hajj, ensuring smoother movement within the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. This initiative is part of the “Tasreeh” (permits) system, a unified digital platform developed by […]

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Saudi Arabia Plans Mandatory Fitness Tests for Workers

Saudi Arabia Plans Mandatory Fitness Tests for Workers Saudi Arabia is considering a new rule to make fitness tests mandatory for workers. The goal is to create a healthier and more productive workforce. This idea is part of the country’s efforts to improve public health and reduce long-term diseases linked to inactivity. Why Is This […]

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Saudi Arabia Imposes Strict Penalties for Hajj Violations

Saudi Arabia Imposes Strict Penalties for Hajj Violations The Saudi Ministry of Interior has issued a strong warning against providing accommodation to visit visa holders in Makkah and holy sites during the Hajj season. From the 1st to the 14th of Dhul-Hijjah, anyone found housing, sheltering, or assisting visit visa holders in hotels, apartments, private […]

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Saudi Officials Prevent Unauthorized Hajj Entry of Four Foreign Nationals

Saudi Officials Prevent Unauthorized Hajj Entry of Four Foreign Nationals Saudi officials recently stopped an illegal attempt to transport four foreign women into Makkah for Hajj without the required permits. According to reports a Ghanaian citizen tried to take the women into the holy city without authorization. Hajj security forces discovered the violation and revealed […]

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Hajj Without Permit Is Sin Official Announcement

Hajj Without Permit Is Sin Official Announcement Saudi Arabia’s Council of Senior Scholars has issued a clear ruling: performing Hajj without an official permit is not only against the law but also a sin in Islam. The council emphasized that every pilgrim must obtain a valid permit before undertaking the sacred journey. Sheikh Fahd Al […]

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Saudi Suspended Visa For All Foreigners 2025

Saudi Suspended Visa For All Foreigners 2025 Starting Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (1 Dhul-Qidah 1446 AH), Saudi Arabia will temporarily stop issuing Umrah permits through the Nusuk platform. The suspension, lasting until June 10, 2025 (14 Dhul-Hijra 1446 AH), affects Saudi citizens, residents, GCC nationals, and visitors holding other visa types. This measure is part of the […]

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Ajeer Ul Hajj Work Service 2025

Ajeer Ul Hajj Work Service 2025 The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) in Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of the ‘Ajeer Al-Hajj’ service for the upcoming Hajj season (1446 AH). This initiative aims to connect businesses with temporary workers while providing job seekers and employers with a unified platform for seasonal employment opportunities. […]

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Saudi Arab Introduced New Driver Card

Saudi Arab Introduced New Driver Card Saudi Arabia has introduced a mandatory “Driver Card” for all limousine service drivers nationwide to improve safety standards and professionalize the sector. Starting May 1, drivers operating in cities like Riyadh, Jeddah, or Dammam must obtain this card to prove their eligibility. The new rule, part of updated regulations for ride-hailing […]