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...
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...
The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh reiterates to all Filipino workers that, under Saudi and Philippine law, Filipino workers have the right to keep in...
Iqama — Saudi residence permit — is the most important document an expat living in Saudi Arabia should possess.
The Iqama serves as your official...
For many Christians, particularly Filipino workers, accepting a job in Saudi Arabia means not only a major cultural shift, but also a dramatic adjustment...
(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...
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...
An Iqama is a crucial document for every expatriate living and working in Saudi Arabia. It serves as your official residence permit, confirming your legal status in the Kingdom.
The Iqama is typically valid for one to two years and must be renewed promptly upon expiry.
Why Checking Your Iqama Details Matters
When receiving your Iqama for the first time, it is...
(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...