Saudi Jawazat Urges Expired Visa Holders to Use Hotline 992 for Assistance
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) in Saudi Arabia has issued an urgent advisory to holders of expired visas, encouraging them to seek assistance through the dedicated hotline 992. This initiative is part of broader support measures implemented by the Ministry of Interior to assist individuals affected by recent regional disruptions. The directives specifically cover visit, Umrah, transit, and final exit visas that expired on or after February 25, 2026. Affected visa holders have two primary options: they can request visa extensions through the Absher platform via their sponsors, a process that requires fee payment and remains available until April 18. Alternatively, individuals may choose to depart the Kingdom directly through international ports without extending their visas or incurring financial penalties. Authorities have strongly urged all affected individuals to finalize their status or leave the country before the April 18 deadline to avoid any potential legal repercussions or fines. This announcement highlights the Saudi government's efforts to manage immigration logistics amidst regional instability while providing clear pathways for compliance for foreign nationals currently within the Kingdom.
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Saudi Jawazat Urges Expired Visa Holders to Use Hotline 992 for Assistance
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) in Saudi Arabia has issued an urgent advisory to holders of expired visas, encouraging them to seek assistance through the dedicated hotline 992. This initiative is part of broader support measures implemented by the Ministry of Interior to assist individuals affected by recent regional disruptions. The directives specifically cover visit, Umrah, transit, and final exit visas that expired on or after February 25, 2026. Affected visa holders have two primary options: they can request visa extensions through the Absher platform via their sponsors, a process that requires fee payment and remains available until April 18. Alternatively, individuals may choose to depart the Kingdom directly through international ports without extending their visas or incurring financial penalties. Authorities have strongly urged all affected individuals to finalize their status or leave the country before the April 18 deadline to avoid any potential legal repercussions or fines. This announcement highlights the Saudi government's efforts to manage immigration logistics amidst regional instability while providing clear pathways for compliance for foreign nationals currently within the Kingdom.
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