Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Saudi Jawazat Explains Fine for Not Leaving After Final Exit Visa
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) in Saudi Arabia explained the fine that applies if a person does not leave the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the validity period of a final exit visa.
The Directorate said on its official X account that if a person does not leave within 60 days of the visa’s validity, a fine of 1,000 riyals will be charged to cancel the visa. To complete this process, the resident ID or iqama must be valid. Trending: How to renew exit re-entry visa onilne in Saudi Arabia
The Directorate explained the importance of the resident Iqama’s validity, saying that official instructions require the iqama to be valid when issuing or canceling a final exit visa.
Visitors of an Expatriate who holds Final Exit visa:
It also stated earlier that a visitor remains listed under the host’s record until they leave the Kingdom.
Re-Entering into Saudi Arabia:
Additionally, the Saudi Jawazat confirmed that a valid visa and travel document are required for a person to enter Saudi Arabia. Most Viewed: Saudi Jawazat explains Iqama renewal rules for workers
Employer's duty after issuing Final exit visa:
The Directorate authority reminded employers that they must follow up on the resident’s departure after issuing a final exit visa.
If the resident has been granted a final exit visa, the employer must ensure the person leaves and not just issue the visa.
If the employer does not know the resident’s location, they must cancel the visa and file an absence report.
Finally, the Directorate reiterated that everyone must follow visa and departure rules before the visa expires. See Also: Saudi Arabia launches initiative to correct Absent From Work status
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