Iqama Fees and Fines in Saudi Arabia

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Written by M. Tayyab · Last updated 27 October 2026 · How we check facts

Iqama costs come from several fees: the work-permit levy, the work licence, the residence permit, a processing fee and, for families, a monthly dependent fee. Travel adds exit re-entry fees, and renewing late adds fines.

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Quick figures

ItemFigure
Levy, higher tierSAR 800 per month (12 months SAR 9,100)
Levy, lower tierSAR 700 per month (12 months SAR 8,400)
Work licenceSAR 100 per year
Dependent feeSAR 400 per dependent per month
First late renewalSAR 500
Second late renewalSAR 1,000

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