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Welcome KSA XPATS WIKI

This is a guide for expats to KSA. PLease feel free to browse around and if you notice something is missing please feel free to add and help your fellow xpats. We welcome all constructive contributions.

== Current Articles ==
* [[Hajj]]

==Starting point==
Here are some articles you might find helpful.
* [[Iqama]]
* [[Jawazat]]
* [[Absher]]

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Hajj

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The '''Hajj''' (/hædʒ/; [[Arabic language|Arabic]]: حَجّ‎ Ḥaǧǧ "pilgrimage"; sometimes also spelt Hadj, Hadji or Haj in English) is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to [[Makkah]], [[Saudi Arabia]], the holiest city for Muslims. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetime by all adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey, and can support their family during their absence.

The literal meaning of the word Hajj is "heading to a place for the sake of visiting". In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The rites of Hajj are performed over five or six days, beginning on the eighth and ending on the thirteenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the [[hijri|Islamic calendar]]. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, alongside Shahadah, [[Salat]], Zakat and [[Ramadan|Sawm]]. The Hajj is the second largest annual gathering of Muslims in the world, after the Arba'een Pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq. The state of being physically and financially capable of performing the Hajj is called istita'ah, and a Muslim who fulfills this condition is called a mustati. The Hajj is a demonstration of the solidarity of the Muslim people, and their submission to God (Allah). The word Hajj means "to attend a journey", which connotes both the outward act of a journey and the inward act of intentions.

The pilgrimage occurs from the 8th to 12th (or in some cases 13th) of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar and the Islamic year is about eleven days shorter than the Gregorian year, the Gregorian date of Hajj changes from year to year. In 2020 CE (1441 AH), Dhu al-Hijjah extends from 22 July to 19 August.

==2020 Hajj==
The 2020 Hajj was limited by the [[Government of Saudi Arabia]] to no more than 10,000 pilgrims becasue of the [[covid-19 pandemic]]. It was limited to decrease the spread of [[covid-19]]. The registration for 2020 Hajj ended on 10 July 2020.

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Hajj

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The '''Hajj''' (/hædʒ/; [[Arabic language|Arabic]]: حَجّ‎ Ḥaǧǧ "pilgrimage"; sometimes also spelt Hadj, Hadji or Haj in English) is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to [[Makkah]], [[Saudi Arabia]], the holiest city for Muslims. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetime by all adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey, and can support their family during their absence.

The literal meaning of the word Hajj is "heading to a place for the sake of visiting". In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The rites of Hajj are performed over five or six days, beginning on the eighth and ending on the thirteenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the [[hijri|Islamic calendar]]. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, alongside Shahadah, [[Salat]], Zakat and [[Ramadan|Sawm]]. The Hajj is the second largest annual gathering of Muslims in the world, after the Arba'een Pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq. The state of being physically and financially capable of performing the Hajj is called istita'ah, and a Muslim who fulfills this condition is called a mustati. The Hajj is a demonstration of the solidarity of the Muslim people, and their submission to God (Allah). The word Hajj means "to attend a journey", which connotes both the outward act of a journey and the inward act of intentions.

The pilgrimage occurs from the 8th to 12th (or in some cases 13th) of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar and the Islamic year is about eleven days shorter than the Gregorian year, the Gregorian date of Hajj changes from year to year. In 2020 CE (1441 AH), Dhu al-Hijjah extends from 22 July to 19 August.

==2020 Hajj==
The 2020 Hajj was limited by the [[Government of Saudi Arabia]] to no more than 10,000 pilgrims becasue of the [[covid-19 pandemic]]. IT was limited to decrease the spread of [[covid-19]]. The registration for 2020 Hajj ended on 10 July 2020.

Sim card

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In order to make phone call for most basic functions you will need a '''sim card'''. The easiest and th best place to get a sim card is at the airport upon [[arriving in Saudi Arabia|arrival in Saudi Arabia]]. You can be issued a sim card based on your [[types of visas|visa]] and [[border number]]. It can also be issued on your [[Iqama]] number.

Sim card

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Sim card

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In order to make phone call for most basic functions you will need a '''sim card'''. The easiest and th best place to get a sim card is at the airport. You can be issued a sim card based on your [[types of visas|visa]].

Hijri

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'''Hijri''' calendar is a lunar calendar consisting of 12 lunar months in a year of 354 or 355 days. It is used to determine the proper days of Islamic holidays and rituals, such as the annual period of fasting and the proper time for the [[Hajj]].

Hajj

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The '''Hajj''' (/hædʒ/; [[Arabic language|Arabic]]: حَجّ‎ Ḥaǧǧ "pilgrimage"; sometimes also spelt Hadj, Hadji or Haj in English) is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to [[Makkah]], [[Saudi Arabia]], the holiest city for Muslims. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetime by all adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey, and can support their family during their absence.

The literal meaning of the word Hajj is "heading to a place for the sake of visiting". In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The rites of Hajj are performed over five or six days, beginning on the eighth and ending on the thirteenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the [[hijri|Islamic calendar]].It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, alongside Shahadah, [[Salat]], Zakat and [[Ramadan|Sawm]]. The Hajj is the second largest annual gathering of Muslims in the world, after the Arba'een Pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq. The state of being physically and financially capable of performing the Hajj is called istita'ah, and a Muslim who fulfills this condition is called a mustati. The Hajj is a demonstration of the solidarity of the Muslim people, and their submission to God (Allah). The word Hajj means "to attend a journey", which connotes both the outward act of a journey and the inward act of intentions.

The pilgrimage occurs from the 8th to 12th (or in some cases 13th) of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar and the Islamic year is about eleven days shorter than the Gregorian year, the Gregorian date of Hajj changes from year to year. In 2020 CE (1441 AH), Dhu al-Hijjah extends from 22 July to 19 August.

Hajj

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The '''Hajj''' (/hædʒ/; [[Arabic language|Arabic]]: حَجّ‎ Ḥaǧǧ "pilgrimage"; sometimes also spelt Hadj, Hadji or Haj in English) is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to [[Makkah]], [[Saudi Arabia[[, the holiest city for Muslims. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetime by all adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey, and can support their family during their absence.

The literal meaning of the word Hajj is "heading to a place for the sake of visiting". In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The rites of Hajj are performed over five or six days, beginning on the eighth and ending on the thirteenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the [[hijri|Islamic calendar]].It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, alongside Shahadah, [[Salat]], Zakat and [[Ramadan|Sawm]]. The Hajj is the second largest annual gathering of Muslims in the world, after the Arba'een Pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq. The state of being physically and financially capable of performing the Hajj is called istita'ah, and a Muslim who fulfills this condition is called a mustati. The Hajj is a demonstration of the solidarity of the Muslim people, and their submission to God (Allah). The word Hajj means "to attend a journey", which connotes both the outward act of a journey and the inward act of intentions.

The pilgrimage occurs from the 8th to 12th (or in some cases 13th) of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar and the Islamic year is about eleven days shorter than the Gregorian year, the Gregorian date of Hajj changes from year to year. In 2020 CE (1441 AH), Dhu al-Hijjah extends from 22 July to 19 August.

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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[[Image:Saudi_Arabia_COA.png|thumb|right|200px|Saudi Arabia's Coat of Arms.]]
'''The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia''' was founded in the year 1932. It is ruled by the [[Al Saud]] family. It is the largest Arab state.In 2016 population of Saudi Arabia was approximately 31.8 million people. This number included about 11.7 million foreigners. Of the 13.8 million employed persons in the country, only about 3 million are local nationals. The remaining 10 million+ or approximately 78% are foreign hires.

==[[Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia]]==

The government is divided into ministries.

===Ministries===
* [[Ministry of Interior]]
* [[Ministry of Defense]]
* [[Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development]]

==Regions==
The kingdom is divided into 13 administrative regions ([[Arabic language|Arabic]]: مناطق إدارية)); ''manātiq idāriyya'', sing. منطقة إدارية; ''mintaqah idariyya'') Each region is divided into [[governorates of Saudi Arabia|governorates]] ([[Arabic language|Arabic]] محافظات); ''muhafazat'', sing. محافظة; ''[[muhafazah]]'') and the region capital, which has the status of municipality (''[[Amanah (administrative subdivision)|amanah]]'') headed by mayors (''amin''). There are 118 entities combined. The governorates are further subdivided into subgovernorates (''marakiz'', sing. ''markaz'').

===Provinces===
From their organizations in 1932 until 1980, Saudi Arabia was divided into six (initially five) administrative-territorial entities, the provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: [[Asir Province]] (Southern), [[El Hasa Province]] (Eastern), [[Hejaz Province]] (Western), [[Nejd Province]] (Central), [[Rub al Khali Province]] (Southeastern), and [[Shammar Province]] (Northern). Around 1980, the [[Shammar Province, Saudi Arabia|Northern Province]] was created from the Western and Central.

Jawazat

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[[Image:Jawazat.jpg|thumb|right|225px|Logo of Jawazat.]]
'''Jawazat''' (also known as General Directorate of Passports or GDP for short) is the department which is responsible for issue of [[iqama]] for expatriates and passports for Saudis. It is one of the agencies of [[Ministry of Interior]] of the [[Kingdom of Saudi Arabia]]([[MOI]]). It also controls all immigration points.

==Functions==
* [[Issue of Iqama]]
* [[Renewal of Iqama]]
* [[Final exit visa]]
* [[Exit re-entry visa]]

In the past all these functions had to be done by your [[kafeel]] in person. However, all of the above Jawazat services can be done online through [[Absher]] application.

Absher

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[[Image:Absher.png|thumb|right|200px|Logos of Absher and [[MOI]].]]
'''Absher''' ([[Arabic language|Arabic]]:أبشر) '''Abshar''', roughly meaning "good tidings" or "yes, done") is a smartphone application which allows citizens of and residents in [[Saudi Arabia]] to use a variety of governmental services. Among several other services with the Absher app, it can be used to apply for jobs and [[Hajj]] permits, passport info can be updated, and electronic crimes can be reported. The application provides 160 services for residents of Saudi Arabia including making appointments, renewing passports, [[iqama|residence permits]], IDs, and driver's licenses.
==Registration==
After you receive you [[Iqama]], you will need to register.

==Activation==
After registration, you must activate you registration.

Absher

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[[Image:Absher.png|thumb|right|200px|Logo of Absher and [[MOI]].]]
'''Absher''' ([[Arabic language|Arabic]]:أبشر) '''Abshar''', roughly meaning "good tidings" or "yes, done") is a smartphone application which allows citizens of and residents in [[Saudi Arabia]] to use a variety of governmental services. Among several other services with the Absher app, it can be used to apply for jobs and [[Hajj]] permits, passport info can be updated, and electronic crimes can be reported. The application provides 160 services for residents of Saudi Arabia including making appointments, renewing passports, [[iqama|residence permits]], IDs, and driver's licenses.
==Registration==
==Activation==

File:Absher.png

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== Summary ==
Absher logo

File:Absher.png

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== Summary ==
Logo on absher

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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[[Image:Saudi_Arabia_COA.png|thumb|right|200px|Saudi Arabia's Coat of Arms.]]
'''The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia''' was founded in the year 1932. It is ruled by the [[Al Saud]] family. It is the largest Arab state.In 2016 population of Saudi Arabia was approximately 31.8 million people. This number included about 11.7 million foreigners. Of the 13.8 million employed persons in the country, only about 3 million are local nationals. The remaining 10 million+ or approximately 78% are foreign hires.

==[[Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia]]==

The government is divided into ministries.

===Ministries===
* [[Ministry of Interior]]
* [[Ministry of Defense]]
* [[Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development]]

==Regions==
The kingdom is divided into 13 administrative regions ([[Arabic language|Arabic]] مناطق إدارية)); ''manātiq idāriyya'', sing. منطقة إدارية; ''mintaqah idariyya'') Each region is divided into [[governorates of Saudi Arabia|governorates]] ([[Arabic language|Arabic]] محافظات); ''muhafazat'', sing. محافظة; ''[[muhafazah]]'') and the region capital, which has the status of municipality (''[[Amanah (administrative subdivision)|amanah]]'') headed by mayors (''amin''). There are 118 entities combined. The governorates are further subdivided into subgovernorates (''marakiz'', sing. ''markaz'').

===Provinces===
From their organizations in 1932 until 1980, Saudi Arabia was divided into six (initially five) administrative-territorial entities, the provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: [[Asir Province]] (Southern), [[El Hasa Province]] (Eastern), [[Hejaz Province]] (Western), [[Nejd Province]] (Central), [[Rub al Khali Province]] (Southeastern), and [[Shammar Province]] (Northern). Around 1980, the [[Shammar Province, Saudi Arabia|Northern Province]] was created from the Western and Central.

Ramadan

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[[Image:MHRSD_Ramadan.jpg|thumb|Rigt|400px|The Ramadan hours announcement by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.]]
'''Ramadan''' or '''Ramazan''' ([[Arabic language|Arabic]]|رَمَضَان) is the ninth month of the [[hijri|Islamic]] calendar. It is considered a holy month. Muslims are required to fast during this month.

== Work hours ==
Work hours are reduced in Ramadan. As noted in the attached annoucement. For the year 2020(hijri 1441). Public sector employees were limited to 5 hours per day, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Private sector employees were limited to 6 hours per day.

Ramadan

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'''Ramadan''' is the 10th month of the [[hijri]] calendar. It is considered a holy month. Muslims are required to fast during this month.

Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development

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[[Image:MHRSD.jpg|thumb|right|225px|Logo of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.]]
The '''Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development''' is a government ministry in [[Saudi Arabia]] was established in 2019 after merging Ministry of Labour and Social Development with [[Ministry of Civil Service]]. The ministry is responsible for providing the community with development, support, and protection. The Ministry is also in charge of labor affairs and its related issues and policies.

== History ==
The Ministry was established in 1961 under the name of the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs. In 2004, The Ministry was separated into two independent ministries: the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Social Affairs. later, in 2015, the two ministers were merged into one ministry to become the Ministry of Labor and Social Development.

== Minister==
The current Minister is Ahmed al-Rajhi who was appointed in June 2018.

==Function==
[[Image:MHRSD_Ramadan.jpg|thumb|left|300px|The [[Ramadan]] hours announcement by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.]]
The Ministry is responsible for all labor affairs and its related issues and policies.

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KSAWiki001: The Ramadan hours announcement by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

== Summary ==
The Ramadan hours announcement by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

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== Summary ==
Logo of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

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Saudi Arabia Coat of Arms

KSA

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Issue of Iqama

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The process for '''issue of iqama'''.
The [[kafeel]] to apply for a Block Visa approval from the [[Ministry of Labor and Social Development]] (MLSD). Block visas are essentially quotas issued by the ministry that permit entities to sponsor foreign national employees for long-term work authorization. The Block Visa is granted based on the nationality of the applicant, country of origin, and the exact job role in relation to academic qualification.

After approval of Block Visa, the sponsor must obtain a Visa Authorization number and Power of Attorney through the [[Ministry of Foreign Affairs]] in [[KSA]].

The above allows for the application of a work visa in the country of residence of the foreign employee, at the appropriate Saudi Diplomatic Mission. The application must be accompanied by a medical certificate of the candidate issued by an approved medical center.
Upon approval of the work visa, the foreign employee can now enter KSA and start work. Within 90 days of arrival, an application for a work permit and [[Iqama]] must be submitted to the ministry.

If the foreign employee needs to exit and re-enter KSA during the validity of their work permit and Iqama, an [[Exit re-entry visa]] permit must be obtained via the [[Ministry of Interior]]. This is issued by [[Jawazat]] can be applied for through the [[absher]] system.

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Exit re-entry visa

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'''Exit re-rentry visa''' is a [[type of visa]] that allows the holder to leave [[KSA]] and return.

Jawazat

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[[Image:Jawazat.jpg|thumb|right|225px|Logo of Jawazat.]]
'''Jawazat''' (also known as General Directorate of Passports or GDP for short) is the department which is responsible for issue of [[iqama]] for expatriates and passports for Saudis. It is one of the agencies of [[Ministry of Interior]] of the [[Kingdom of Saudi Arabia]]([[MOI]]). It also controls all immigration points.

==Functions==
* [[Issue of Iqama]]
* [[Renewal of Iqama]]
* [[Final exit visa]]
* [[Exit re-entry visa]]

In the past all these functions had to be done by your [[kafeel]] in persion. However, all of the above Jawazat services can be done online through [[Absher]] application.

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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'''The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia''' was founded in the year 1932. It is ruled by the [[Al Saud]] family. IT is the largest Arab state.In 2016 population of Saudi Arabia was approximately 31.8 million people. This number included about 11.7 million foreigners. Of the 13.8 million employed persons in the country, only about 3 million are local nationals. The remaining 10 million+ or approximately 78% are foreign hires.

File:Jawazat.jpg

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KSAWiki001: Jawazat logo

== Summary ==
Jawazat logo

Jawazat

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'''Jawazat''' (also known as General Directorate of Passports or GDP for short) is the department which is responsible for issue of [[iqama]] for expatriates and passports for Saudis. It is one of the agencies of [[Ministry of Interior]] of the [[Kingdom of Saudi Arabia]]([[MOI]]). It also controls all immigration points.

==Functions==
* [[Issue of Iqama]]
* [[Renewal of Iqama]]
* [[Final exit visa]]
* [[Exit re-entry visa]]

In the past all these functions had to be done by your [[kafeel]] in persion. However, all of the above Jawazat services can be done online through [[Absher]] application.

Main Page

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Welcome KSA XPATS WIKI

This is a guide for expats to KSA. PLease feel free to browse around and if you notice something is missing please feel free to add and help your fellow xpats. We welcome all constructive contributions.

==Starting point==
Here are some articles you might find helpful.
* [[Iqama]]
* [[Jawazat]]
* [[Absher]]

Consult the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

== Getting started ==
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/mediawiki-announce MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
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Main Page

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KSAWiki001:

Welcome KSA XPATS WIKI

This is a guide for expats to KSA. PLease feel free to browse around and if you notice something is missing please feel free to add and help your fellow xpats. We welcome all constructive contributions.

==Starting point==
Here are some articles you might find helpful.
* [[Iqama]]
* [[Jawazaat]]
* [[Absher]]

Consult the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

== Getting started ==
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Configuration_settings Configuration settings list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:FAQ MediaWiki FAQ]
* [https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/mediawiki-announce MediaWiki release mailing list]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Localisation#Translation_resources Localise MediaWiki for your language]
* [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Combating_spam Learn how to combat spam on your wiki]

Opening a bank account

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'''Opening a bank account''' is a necessity in order to conduct business and personal transctions.

Bank account

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'''Opening a bank account''' is a necessity in order to conduct business and personal transctions.

Muqeem

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'''Iqama''' or '''Muqeem''' (since 1437 [[hijri]], 2005 gregorian) is a residence permit issued by the [[government of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia]]. It is equivalent to an Identity Card for expats. It is the responsibility of the [[kafeel]] to take care of Iqama expenses.

Since Iqama is the primary Identity documentation for expats living in [[Saudi Arabia]], it is necessary in order to obtain almost all the basic needs from getting a [[sim card]], [[bank account]], etc.

Muqeem Card contains the following details:

* Name of card holder
* ID number
* Occupation/Profession
* Nationality
* Religion
* Employers name
* Photograph of card holder

Iqama

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Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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