Important details to remember – KSA

❖ Always carry your Iqama (Residence permit) and a copy of your passport. Authorities have
the right to demand to see the documents for identification purposes. Most public transactions in the
kingdom require the presentation of an Iqama.
❖ Always check the validity of your Iqama and Passport. Both documents should never expire. A passport
must always have minimum 9 months’ validity. Always keep passport renewed accordingly.
❖ Updation of new Passport number (renewal / re-issue) in Jawazaat is mandatory.
❖ While travelling out with Exit Re-entry (ERE) VISA, please verify the Passport number is matching exactly
or not and also note that return entry to the country is permitted within the ERE validity period/date.
❖ National address registration is a mandatory procedure which is required for bank account opening and
other related transactions.
❖ Registration in Saudi Engineers Council is mandatory if your visa profession is Manager / Engineer /
Technician.
❖ Absher Registration is a mandatory procedure which is required for bank account opening and all visa
related - governmental transactions.
❖ Do not take photograph of military installations, ports and airport facilities, Government / Embassy
buildings, without official permission.
❖ Never show disrespect for the Saudi flag or the Saudi Monarch. A tattoo of the Saudi flag could be
considered an offense.
❖ Do not bring lewd or pornographic pictures, tapes and magazines / reading materials. Do not keep such
material in your Mobile, iPad, Tab, Computer, etc.
❖ Never carry medicine and drugs without prescriptions validated by registered doctors. Please check in
details on allowance on medicines before travelling. Even slimming pills or pharmaceuticals containing
small amounts of narcotics are prohibited.
❖ Consumption/Possession/Manufacturing/Distribution/Sale of Alcohol/intoxicating liquid or illegal drugs
are prohibited in the kingdom. Mere possession in very small amounts, is a criminal offense.
❖ Do not carry in your possession any non-Muslim religious articles or objects, i.e. Bible, rosary,
Stampitas, Medallions, etc., when travelling to Arab countries in the Middle East, especially to the
kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
❖ Do not take a picture of any person without asking his or her permission first.
❖ Adultery is a serious crime.
❖ When entering a sacred place, living room, tent, etc., remove your shoes unless you were told not to do
so.
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❖ Do not discuss religion. This can be a sensitive subject to some people.

❖ Do not attempt to enter a mosque if you are not a Muslim unless you have permission.
❖ Do not enter the cities of Makkah and Medina if you are not a Muslim.
❖ Do not talk, play music or make any form of noise while someone is praying or the holy Qu’ran is being
read or played on a cassette, television or radio.
❖ Do not walk in front of someone who is praying.
❖ Do not stare at someone who is praying.
❖ Do not step on a prayer rug if someone is preparing to pray.
❖ Proselytizing is prohibited in the kingdom.
❖ During the holy month of Ramadan, do not eat in public or in the presence of a Muslim within
daylight hours.
❖ Do not share your Bank details with unknown persons. Report to ACs or HR in case of receipt of any call
from unknown sources asking for Bank details.
❖ Try to avoid travelling alone in deserted streets and avoid carrying cash in person when travelling alone.
In case of carrying cash always have a colleague or friend with you for safety.
❖ Don’t Use any abusive language or indulge in quarrel/fight/assault/damage belongings of others.
❖ Don’t involve yourself in road accidents to give first aid; assist to inform the Police.
❖ Don’t use any fraudulent documents.
❖ Never put on shorts except when swimming or for sports.

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