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Saudi Arabia mass crackdown: Over 21,000 arrested in just one week for residency, border and labor violations | World News

Saudi authorities deported 13,375 individuals and referred over 25,000 to their embassies for travel documents during the week-long crackdown/ Representative Image In a sweeping nationwide operation, Saudi Arabia has arrested more than 21,000 individuals in just seven days for violating residency, border, and labor laws. The Ministry of Interior announced a series of decisive enforcement […]

Saudi Arabia issues new packaging rules for fruits and vegetables: What suppliers and vendors must know | World News

All packaged fruits and vegetables in Saudi markets must now display labels with product name, net weight, origin, and producer details/ Representative Image Saudi Arabia has announced strict new regulations for the packaging and labelling of fruits and vegetables sold in local markets, reinforcing national efforts to ensure food safety, enhance environmental sustainability, and align […]

Saudi Arabia to host fifth annual Hajj conference & exhibition in Jeddah under King Salman’s patronage | World News

The Hajj Conference in Jeddah will feature 260 exhibitors, 80 sessions, and 60 workshops globally/Representative Image Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Jeddah will host the fifth annual Hajj Conference & Exhibition from November 9 to 12. Organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah […]

Thinking of buying a car in Saudi Arabia as an expat? How to register, eligibility, documents: All you need to know | World News

Expats in Saudi Arabia must have a valid Iqama, driver’s license, insurance, and complete registration to legally own a car/ Representative Image For many expatriates in Saudi Arabia, owning a car isn’t just a convenience, it’s a practical necessity. Whether it’s for daily commutes, weekend getaways, or simply navigating the vast cities, having your own […]

Saudi Arabia declares September 23 a public holiday for 95th National Day | World News

Saudi Arabia declared September 23 a public holiday to celebrate its 95th National Day nationwide/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has officially declared Tuesday, September 23, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate the country’s 95th National Day. This annual observance not only marks the unification of the Kingdom in 1932 but also reflects national pride, cultural identity, […]

Bringing your family to Saudi Arabia: Saudi Family Visit Visa eligibility, requirements, application, and extension explained | World News

The Saudi Family Visit Visa allows residents to invite immediate family members for 30 to 90 days, extendable online via Absher/ Representative Image When planning to bring your loved ones to Saudi Arabia for a short-term visit, understanding the family visit visa process is essential. This visa allows residents and citizens of Saudi Arabia to […]

Saudi Arabia: Madinah airport road renamed after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman | World News

King Salman named Madinah’s 13 km airport road after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, enhancing connectivity/Image: SPA King Salman has ordered the renaming of a vital 13-kilometer stretch in Madinah that links the Prophet’s Mosque to the city’s airport. Now titled Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road, this key route passes through landmark development […]

UAE: Abu Dhabi’s Air Arabia launches new direct flights to Assiut, Egypt starting November 2025 | World News

Starting November 4, 2025, Air Arabia will operate twice-weekly direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Assiut/Image: Air Arabia Starting November 4, 2025, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will launch direct flights between Zayed International Airport and Assiut, Egypt, adding a third Egyptian destination to its growing regional network. The new route will operate twice weekly and […]

Saudi Arabia enforces strict ban on unlicensed passenger under new transport law | World News

The TGA fines unlicensed passenger transport up to SAR 20,000 with vehicle impoundment and deportation/Representative Image Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority (TGA) has announced firm enforcement of a new Road Transport Law that bans unlicensed passenger transport in all forms, including informal ride solicitation or hailing. The law introduces significant penalties aimed at deterring illegal […]

Driving in Saudi Arabia: 48 countries approved for license conversion; how to apply and what to do If yours isn’t on the list | World News

If your home country isn’t on the approved list, you must attend a Saudi driving school, complete lessons, and pass written and practical tests/ Representative Image Just landed in Saudi Arabia and ready to take the wheel? Before you hit the roads of Riyadh or cruise through Jeddah, you’ll need to check if your foreign […]