6 Reasons Filipinos in KSA Should Learn Arabic Language

Saudi Arabia has the biggest concentration of Filipino migrant workers in the world. While Filipinos are renowned for their English language proficiency -- thus...

What Newcomers Need to Do When They Arrive in Saudi Arabia

For newcomers in Saudi Arabia, understand that though the Arabs will tolerate foreigners committing social blunders, they might sometimes be unable to judge if...

9 Reasons Saudi Arabia is Better Than United States

When you think of Saudi Arabia, the first thing that might come to mind would be the desert and hot weather. However, Saudi Arabia...

Workers With Chronic Diseases Not Welcome in Saudi, GCC

Only medically fit are welcome to work in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states as the group made a joint decision not to hire...

Saudi Arabia to Shoulder Repatriation Expenses of Filipinos

Saudi Arabia will shoulder all expenses related to the planned mass repatriation of thousands of stranded Filipino workers in the Kingdom. Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello...

Checklist of Items to Bring to Saudi Arabia

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...

5 Changes in Saudi Arabia's Changing Economic Landscape

Saudi Arabia is running out of money. That's a blunt but honest assessment on the current economic affairs of the Kingdom that has prompted it...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Working in Saudi Arabia

Like any other country, working in Saudi Arabia has its share of advantages and disadvantages. While we often hear stories of employer abuse, escaping...

Ramadan Etiquette Guide for Visitors and Non-Muslims in Saudi Arabia:

Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. It is a sacred time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. In Saudi Arabia, where Islam was born and Mecca and Medina are located, Ramadan holds profound religious and cultural significance. Daily life shifts to reflect the values of spiritual discipline, generosity, and increased devotion. For visitors and non-Muslim residents in Saudi...

Female Workers in KSA Who Fail to Cover Head Face SAR1,000 Fine

Female workers in Saudi Arabia will be subjected to a fine of SAR1,000 if they are caught without their head cover in office as...

9 Foreign Workers Rights Under Saudi Labor Law

It's well chronicled that Filipinos and other foreign workers are abused by employers in Saudi Arabia. While no doubt it's wrong to exploit vulnerable...

Crimes Punishable by Death in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is an Islamic state wherein its culture and laws are all based on the teachings of the Qur’an. Even though some sources...

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Iqama Violations and Penalties Under Saudi Arabia Law

QUESTION: 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 a non-government institute, he or she would be required to pay double the renewal fees. >If the applicant works for a government institute, the institute is responsible to conduct an investigation on the cause of the...

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