Saudi Passports calls on citizens and residents to complete electronic service procedures through the “Absher” and “Muqeem” platforms after paying the fees
She called General Directorate of Passports in Saudi Arabia Citizens and residents are urged to complete the steps to implement electronic services after paying the fees through the Ministry of Interior’s electronic platform (Good news- Absher Business) and resident portal.
The Passports Department confirmed that paying the fees alone does not mean that the service has been completed in full.
Electronic services provided by passports
The Directorate explained that there are many services that can be completed through the Absher and Muqeem platforms, without the need to visit the passport offices. These services include:
- Issuing and renewing Saudi passports.
- Issuing and renewing residency
- Issuing exit and return visas
- Issuing final exit visas.
“Tawasul” service, which enables beneficiaries to submit requests for their transactions that could not be implemented electronically.
The role of passports in regulating the residence of expatriates
It works Passports “To organize and control the affairs of expatriates in the Kingdom, from their entry until their departure. These tasks include: organizing the residence of expatriates, whether for work, visits, or performing Hajj and Umrah rituals. Monitoring the legal status of expatriates, granting them the necessary visas, and registering their arrival and departure.
Premium Residency in Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom has provided five different categories under the umbrella of “Premium Residency”, which are:
- Exceptional Efficiency Residence
- Talent Residence
- Business Investor Residence
- Entrepreneur Residence
- Property Owner Residence.
Premium Residency Platform
Launch Premium Residency Center An electronic platform that aims to facilitate the procedures for submitting and following up on applications for distinguished residency. The center was established in January 2019, and works in coordination with various government agencies to provide distinguished services to beneficiaries, while providing continuous support to holders of distinguished residency.
