Visa & Iqama Support
Understanding Saudi visa and iqama requirements is essential for company owners and employers. Annual iqama fees, exit and re-entry requirements, Qiwa Saudization obligations, and Premium Residency benefits can all have a direct impact on your business costs.
Iqama Fee Structure
Non-Saudi employees and company owners generally pay annual iqama fees, which may be payable in quarterly installments. Eligible manufacturing and factory activities may qualify for reduced fees, while Premium Residency holders are subject to a different residency fee structure.
Government visa issuance fees are significantly lower than the amounts often charged by informal visa intermediaries. NovaVertex guides you through the proper visa process and helps you use your company’s available visa quota through the appropriate channels.
Exit Re-Entry and Qiwa
Company owners may be able to manage exit and re-entry procedures through authorized users on the Muqeem platform without hiring a Saudi national solely for this purpose. Premium Residency holders may be subject to different exit and re-entry requirements.
Qiwa Saudization requirements can vary based on company activity, size, and classification. NovaVertex helps businesses understand applicable requirements and plan sustainable Saudization strategies to maintain compliance.
Visa Quotas
Available visa quotas depend on your Nitaqat classification and registered activity code. Use the Nitaqat calculator and Qiwa portal to verify available quotas before committing to visas for overseas employees.
Investor iqama issuance
Exit re-entry guidance
Premium residency benefits
Employee visa processing
Qiwa Saudization advice
Nitaqat quota planning
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What is the real government visa cost?
Approximately SAR 2,000 for work visa issuance through your company.
Can I hire employees from abroad?
Yes. Saudi government allows foreign recruitment based on visa quotas tied to your activity.
Do PR holders pay iqama fees?
No. Premium Residency waives annual iqama fees completely.