Update Expatriate Passport via Absher for SR69 Without Visiting Jawazat
Expatriates in Saudi Arabia can now conveniently update their passport information through their employer’s Absher platform account for a fee of SR69, including VAT.
This online service streamlines the process, eliminating the need for in-person visits to the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat).
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Eligibility and Requirements
This service is available to expatriates aged 18 and above who have recently renewed their passports.
To access the service:
- Employers log in to Absher.
- Navigate to My Services > Passports > Resident Identity Services.
- Select Update Resident Passport Information.
- Upload a clear photo of the new passport (the system will automatically read the passport number and expiry date).
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The expatriate must confirm via an undertaking that:
- The previous passport is not lost.
- There are no ‘absence from work’ reports.
- There are no traffic violations on the iqama.
- No security restrictions exist for both the employer and employee.
- Both parties are alive and in good health.
Limitations and Conditions
The service can be used for one worker only once every five years.
For additional updates or in case of a new passport within that period, an in-person visit to Jawazat is required. If the previous passport is lost, an in-person visit is mandatory. Misusing the service (e.g., updating a lost passport online) will result in accountability.
If the old passport includes family members who now have separate passports, an in-person visit is necessary for updates. The individual completing the service is fully responsible for the authenticity of the data.
Related Absher Services and Charges
The Absher Business platform has introduced updated charges for several services:
- Exit and Reentry Visa Extension: SR103.5
- Iqama Renewal: SR51.75
- Final Exit: SR70
- Issuance of Iqama: SR51.75
- Employee Report Request: SR28.75
- Passport Information Update: SR69
These fees are considered value-added services under Absher and are not included in the employer’s subscription packages.
Streamlined Process for Expatriates
This update allows expatriates and employers to save time and reduce paperwork by avoiding physical visits to Jawazat.
The new Absher feature aligns with Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation initiatives, enhancing efficiency for all parties involved.
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