Culture

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...

Understanding Death Penalty in Saudi Arabia

Public beheading is one of Saudi Arabia's most often forms of capital punishment. Rooted from Islamic Law, death penalty in the Kingdom has been...

What Expats Should Expect During Ramadan

The holy month of Ramadan requires all Muslims who are in good shape to fast. Muslims all over the world do this. The month...

Procedure for Registration of Filipino Infants in Saudi Arabia

For every Filipino child born regardless of location, it is his or her right to have an identity and citizenship. That is why registration...

89 Dos and Don’ts in Saudi Arabia

To typical Filipinos newly arrived in Saudi Arabia, it's not unusual to experience culture shock as we get exposed to things not practiced or...

Procedure on Application of Police Clearance in Saudi Arabia

A police clearance is sometimes required by Filipinos who used to work in Saudi Arabia when they apply to migrate to other countries or...

Important Reminders When Arrested, Detained and Receiving Sentences in Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, among the most common offense committed are consumption of alcohol, unmarried couples together, gambling, and possession of pornographic materials. Such crimes...

Repatriation Procedure When A Foreigner Dies in Saudi Arabia

Death is always considered a sad or unfortunate event, especially if the deceased died miles away from his or her loved ones. We will never know...