Saudi Arabia•AsiaWork Visa (Employment Visa)
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-21 days
Application Fee
400 SAR
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment visa for foreign nationals with job offers from Saudi employers. Requires sponsorship and classification as High-Skilled, Skilled, or Basic level based on qualifications and salary.
The Work Visa is the primary visa for foreign nationals seeking employment in Saudi Arabia. All applicants must be sponsored by a Saudi employer and classified according to skill level. New regulations require skills classification (High-Skilled, Skilled, Basic).
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Requirements
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Educational certificates
Certified copies of diplomas and degrees
Professional qualifications
Relevant licenses and certifications
OptionalPolice clearance certificate
Criminal record check from home country
Medical examination
Health tests for HIV, Hepatitis, TB, etc.
Passport photos
Recent photos for visa processing
Sponsor Documents
Employment contract
Signed contract certified by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Chamber of Commerce
Company registration
Saudi business license and registration
Work authorization
Ministry of Human Resources approval
Job description
Detailed job responsibilities and qualifications
Financial proof
Company financial statements
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Advantages
- Clear employment pathway
- Annual renewal possible
- Can sponsor dependents
- Leads to residency status
Considerations
- Requires local employer sponsorship
- Employer-dependent status
- Strict medical requirements
- Limited transferability between employers
Application Process
Secure employment contract
Obtain job offer from Saudi employer
Employer applies for authorization
Saudi company requests work visa authorization
Submit personal documents
Provide passport, qualifications, medical results
Undergo medical examination
Complete required health tests
Obtain police clearance
Provide criminal record certificate from home country
Receive work visa
Visa issued by employer's sponsorship
Apply for Iqama
Register residence permit within 90 days of arrival
Application Forms
Work Visa Request
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