وزارة الداخلية السعودية

How to Renew Iqama without Kafeel

The existence of a dispute between the employer and the resident may prompt the expatriate to seek the possibility of renew Iqama without kafeel in Saudi Arabia to avoid paying late fees imposed in the labor system, with the possibility of being permanently expelled from Saudi territory.

How to Renew Iqama without Kafeel

Iqama cannot be renewed without a kafeel in Saudi Arabia, as the labor system has determined the responsibility of renewing the residency to the sponsor, according to the text of Article 40, which states the following:

 The employer shall bear the fees for recruiting a non-Saudi worker, the fees for residency and work permits, and their renewal, as well as any fines, fees for changing the profession, exit and return, and the worker’s return ticket to his home country after the relationship between the two parties ends.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Absher Individuals

You can follow the simple steps below to renew Iqama by kafeel through Absher Individuals platform: [1]

  • Go to login page on Absher Individuals platformfrom here“.
  • Input username.
  • Input password.
  • Click on “Log in“.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Absher Individuals

  • Receive a text message containing a verification code.
  • Input verification code.
  • Click on “Login“.
  • Click on “Labor“.
  • Click on ” Iqama Renewal“.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Absher Individuals

  • Read the terms of residence renewal and click on “Next“.
  • Click on the worker whose residence will be renewed.
  • Click on “ Iqama Renewal“.
  • Choose the renewal period (one or two years) which have to be consistent with the amount paid to renew the residence.
  • Click on “Renew“.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Absher Individuals

  • Click on “Confirm“.

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How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Absher Business

You can follow the simple steps below to renew Iqama by kafeel through Absher Business platform: [2]

  • Log in to Absher Business platformfrom here“.
  • Input username.
  • Input password.
  • Click on “Log in“.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Absher Business

  • Receive a text message containing the verification code.
  • Input the verification code and click on “Log in“.
  • Click on “My Business Services“.
  • Click on “Renew Iqama“.
  • Select the activity to which the worker belongs.
  • Click on “Renew Iqama” next to the name of the required worker.
  • Specify the residence renewal period.
  • Agree to the terms and conditions.
  • Click on “Renew“.
  • Click on “Confirm“.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Muqeem

You can follow the simple steps below to renew Iqama by kafeel through Muqeem Portal: [3]

  • Go to Muqeem platformfrom here“.
  • Input username.
  • Input password.
  • Click on “Log in“.
  • Receive a message containing the verification code.
  • Input verification code and click on “Confirm“.
  • Click on “Manage residents“.
  • Click on “Search for a resident” from the drop-down menu.
  • Input residence number.
  • Click on “Search“.
  • Click on “View“.
  • Click on “Renew Iqama “.
  • Select renewal period.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Muqeem

  • Click on “Continue to pay“.

How to Renew Iqama by Kafeel via Muqeem

  • Click on “Renew Residence“.
  • Receive a text message containing a verification code.
  • Input verification code and click “Confirm“.
  • A message appears confirming the success of the residence renewal process.

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Conclusion

Residency in Saudi Arabia is renewed by the sponsor through the Absher Individuals platform for domestic workers, and through Absher Business platform and Muqeem portal for expatriate employees. Renewal is done at least three days before the expiration of the residency, with fines in the event of delay.

Questions & Answers

When should kafeel renew the Iqama?

When should kafeel renew the Iqama?

Kafeel have to renew the Iqama in Saudi Arabia at least three days before its expiration.

How can kafeel renew the Iqama for domestic workers?

How can kafeel renew the Iqama for domestic workers?

Kafeel can renew the Iqama in Saudi Arabia for domestic workers through Absher Individuals platform.

Does kafeel have to renew the Iqama of his sponsors?

Does kafeel have to renew the Iqama of his sponsors?

Yes, kafeel have to renew the Iqama of his sponsors according to the labor law in Saudi Arabia.

How can kafeel renew the Iqama for a private driver?

How can kafeel renew the Iqama for a private driver?

Kafeel can renew the Iqama in Saudi Arabia for a private driver through Absher Individuals platform.

How can kafeel renew the work permit?

How can kafeel renew the work permit?

The work permit in Saudi Arabia can be renewed by kafeel through Qawa platform.

Does kafeel have to pay fines for late renewal of the Iqama?

Does kafeel have to pay fines for late renewal of the Iqama?

Kafeel have to pay fines for late renewal of Iqama for his sponsored employees in Saudi Arabia.

Is it possible to renew the work permit without a sponsor?

Is it possible to renew the work permit without a sponsor?

The work permit cannot be renewed without a sponsor in Saudi Arabia, as the employer have to renew the work permit before renewing the Iqama period.

Who renews the Iqama of the worker in companies?

Who renews the Iqama of the worker in companies?

The responsible employee in the company have to renew the Iqama of its employees.

How much is the Iqama renewal fee for domestic workers?

How much is the Iqama renewal fee for domestic workers?

The Iqama renewal fee for domestic workers is 600 Saudi riyals.

How much is the Iqama renewal fee for an expatriate employee?

How much is the Iqama renewal fee for an expatriate employee?

The Iqama renewal fee in Saudi Arabia for an expatriate employee is 650 Saudi riyals.

References

[1]absher.saAbsher Individuals14 أبريل 2025
[2]absher.saAbsher Business14 أبريل 2025
[3]muqeem.samuqeem portal14 أبريل 2025