{"id":204,"date":"2014-09-15T22:20:17","date_gmt":"2014-09-15T22:20:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/?p=204"},"modified":"2025-06-08T23:01:31","modified_gmt":"2025-06-08T23:01:31","slug":"check-iqama-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/204-check-iqama-online.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Check Iqama Status Online"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Checking your Iqama status online is essential for expatriates living and working in Saudi Arabia. The Iqama is your residence permit, and staying updated on its validity helps you avoid fines or legal issues.<\/p>\n<p>As of 2025, there are several convenient methods to check your Iqama status, including online portals, mobile apps, SMS, and in-person options.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2511\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2511\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2511\" src=\"http:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/kaitlyn-baker-vZJdYl5JVXY-unsplash-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2511\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@kaitlynbaker?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kaitlyn Baker<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/person-using-laptop-vZJdYl5JVXY?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>1. Ministry of Labour (MoL) Portal<\/h2>\n<p>You can check your Iqama status and validity even if you don\u2019t have an Absher account:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mol.gov.sa\/IndividualUser\/BasicInfo.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ministry of Labour (MoL) portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Select \u2018English\u2019 for language preference.<\/li>\n<li>Enter your Iqama number, passport number, or border number.<\/li>\n<li>Provide your date of birth (Hijri or Gregorian format).<\/li>\n<li>Enter the captcha code and click \u2018next.\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2513\" src=\"http:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/mol-iqama-check.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/mol-iqama-check.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/mol-iqama-check-300x117.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/mol-iqama-check-768x299.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/mol-iqama-check-150x58.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/mol-iqama-check-696x271.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The next page will display your personal information, Iqama expiry date, employment status, color status (red\/green), and your company\u2019s legal status.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Absher Portal<\/h2>\n<p>If you have an Absher account, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to the Absher portal or open the Absher mobile app.<\/li>\n<li>Select \u2018English\u2019 if needed.<\/li>\n<li>Log in with your username or Iqama number and password.<\/li>\n<li>Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.<\/li>\n<li>Navigate to \u201cE-services,\u201d then \u201cPassports,\u201d and select \u201cQuery Iqama Expiry Service.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Your Iqama expiry date and status will be displayed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2515\" src=\"http:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/absher-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"594\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/absher-1.png 594w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/absher-1-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.pinoy-ofw.com\/saudi-arabia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2014\/09\/absher-1-150x70.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Besides the two recommended routes to check Iqama status online, there are also other methods to do so.<\/p>\n<h2>3. SMS Service<\/h2>\n<p>You can check your Iqama status via SMS by sending a message in the following format:<br \/>\n12*SponsorID*Iqama number<br \/>\nSend it to the appropriate number based on your mobile provider:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>STC (Sawa): 888994<\/li>\n<li>Mobily: 624444<\/li>\n<li>Zain: 709444.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>4. In-Person at Jawazat (Passport Office)<\/h2>\n<p>You may also check your Iqama status offline by visiting the nearest Jawazat office. Bring your original passport and Iqama number for verification.<\/p>\n<h2>Iqama status summary<\/h2>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\">\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Iqama Status Type<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">What it means<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Recommended action<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Valid<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Your Iqama is active and you are legally residing and working in Saudi Arabia.<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">No action needed. Ensure you monitor the expiry date and renew before expiration.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Expired<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Your Iqama has passed its validity period. You are at risk of fines, penalties, or deportation.<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Renew your Iqama immediately through your sponsor or employer. Pay any outstanding fines or fees.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Red\/Yellow (Nitaqat Status)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Indicates your employer is non-compliant with Saudization or labor regulations (Red\/Yellow), which may affect your job security and Iqama renewal.<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Contact your employer for clarification. Consider transferring sponsorship if the issue persists, as renewal or job transfer may be restricted.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Green (Nitaqat Status)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Your employer is compliant with Saudization requirements. Iqama renewals and transfers are permitted.<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">No action needed. You can renew or transfer your Iqama as required.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Huroob (Absconded)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Your employer has reported you as absent from work or absconded. This is a serious legal status.<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Contact your sponsor\/employer or visit the Jawazat office immediately to resolve the issue. Legal assistance may be required.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Pending Renewal<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Your Iqama renewal is in process but not yet completed.<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Follow up with your employer or check the Absher portal for updates. Ensure all required documents and fees are submitted.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Key points to remember<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Always renew your Iqama before it expires to avoid penalties or deportation.<\/li>\n<li>The red-green status on the MoL portal reflects your employer\u2019s compliance with Saudi labor regulations.<\/li>\n<li>Iqama validity typically ranges from 1 to 5 years, depending on the type.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Summary table: Iqama status check methods<\/h2>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\">\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Method<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Platform\/Location<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Requirements<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Output<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">MoL Portal<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Online (MoL website)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Iqama\/passport\/border number, DOB<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Full Iqama details, status<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Absher Portal\/App<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Online (Absher)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Absher account, OTP<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Expiry date, validity status<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">SMS<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Mobile (STC\/Mobily\/Zain)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Sponsor ID, Iqama number<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Iqama status via SMS reply<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Jawazat Office<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">In-person<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Passport, Iqama number<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\">Iqama status confirmation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Stay proactive and check your Iqama status regularly to ensure your legal residency in Saudi Arabia is always up to date.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Checking your Iqama status online is essential for expatriates living and working in Saudi Arabia. The Iqama is your residence permit, and staying updated on its validity helps you avoid fines or legal issues. 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