The validity of employment visas issued by the Ministry of Labor and Social Development for private sector companies has been reduced from two years...
For many Christians, particularly Filipino workers, accepting a job in Saudi Arabia means not only a major cultural shift, but also a dramatic adjustment...
Here are telephone numbers useful among residents in the Kingdom.
959 - Mobile Customer Service Center (Zain)
1100 - Mobile Customer Service Center (Mobily)
902 - Mobile...
When travelling abroad, you don’t always just bring clothes and personal hygienic and cosmetic (for the girls and some boys too) products with you...
From the perspective of a migrant worker, the definition of best city usual translates to the accessibility of services (location of labor offices, cultural...
Filipino cuisine continues to thrive in Saudi Arabia, thanks to the large Filipino community and growing interest from locals and expats alike.
Here’s an updated...
(Riyadh, 09 July 2025) The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh informs the public that Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) will be conducted in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 18 to 19 July 2025. Following are the details of the services to be provided:
Service
Appointment
Friday
Saturday
Passport-related
Required
8am to 5pm
8am to 12 noon
Notarial/Authentication
Walk in
8am to 5pm
8am to 12 noon
Assistance to Nationals
Walk in
8am to 5pm
8am to 12 noon
Civil...
QUESTION:Â What happens when an expat does not renew his or her Iqama 3 days prior to its expiry?
ANSWER:
>If the applicant's employer or sponsor is...
Working in Saudi Arabia provides a lifeline to many migrant workers from several countries. Both manual laborers and skilled workers are given opportunities to help develop the country as they are offered employment.
Saudi Arabia is the biggest foreign employer of Filipino workers. From the first wave of engineers who arrived in the Kingdom in the early 1970s, about 1.5...
(Riyadh, 09 July 2025) The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh informs the public that Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) will be conducted in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 18 to 19 July 2025. Following are the details of the services...
(Riyadh, 09 July 2025) The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh informs the public that Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) will be conducted in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia...
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran in June 2025 has led to widespread disruption in Middle Eastern airspace, affecting numerous flights to and...
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
For Filipinos in Jubail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh will conduct an Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) in Jubail on 20-21 June...
The life of a Filipino domestic worker—often called a "kasambahay" or "housemaid"—in Riyadh is shaped by a structured routine, cultural adaptation, and the pursuit...
Moving from the Philippines to Saudi Arabia is a life-changing experience, especially for new migrant workers.
The two countries differ vastly in culture, religion, and...
Filipino workers in Saudi Arabia must secure an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) before traveling to the Philippines and returning to their jobs.
This document validates...