Generic Requirements for Saudi Work Visa

Saudi Arabia Work Visa – Everything You Need to Know

A Saudi Work Visa allows foreign nationals to travel to Saudi Arabia for long-term employment with a Saudi-based employer. It is issued to individuals who have secured a confirmed job offer and meet the employment requirements set by the Saudi authorities.
This visa is the official authorisation for employment in Saudi Arabia and allows the holder to enter the Kingdom to begin their job. After arrival, the visa is converted into a residence permit (Iqama), enabling the individual to live and work legally in Saudi Arabia.
To obtain a Saudi Work Visa, applicants must have a valid employment contract and employer sponsorship. The application requires approvals from the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) and the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), along with the required supporting documents.

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Who Needs a Saudi Work Visa?

This visa is required if you are:

Moving to Saudi Arabia for a full-time job with a local company
Being transferred to a Saudi branch office by your employer
Taking on long-term employment under a Saudi sponsor

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Last updated: October 2025. All information is verified in real-time by our Saudi offices at Northman & Sterling Saudi Arabia.

What We Handle for You

Employment Contract & MOFA Approval
Medical Reports
Police Clearance Certificates
Educational Certificates

Our Support Services

Confirming your job offer, sponsorship, and visa authorisation meet the right category.
Helping you organise your passport, photos, and supporting paperwork.
Managing legalisation of degrees, police clearance, and medicals with UK and Saudi authorities.
Completing embassy forms and assembling your file accurately.
Filing your application at the Saudi Embassy with progress tracking.

Work Visa vs. Temporary Work Visa

It’s important to understand the difference between these two visa types:

Work Visa

Issued for full time employment and required a work and residence permit, local employment contract and local payroll in Saudi Riyals. Visa and oermit holder gets all the residency rights. The residence permit is called “Iqama” and the resident is callled “Muqeem”