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IQAMA Management

An IQAMA is a residence permit issued to expatriates who arrive in KSA on an employment visa. 
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Iqama Request Management

Watch the functionality in Arabic Language that describes how employees will be able to generate Iqama request to HR Manager and how HR Manager will be able to handle it in ERP System.

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IQAMA Management- Iqama Expiry, Iqama Status, Iqama Validity

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IQAMA Approval Process

What Is IQAMA?

Iqama (إقامة) is a term used mainly in Arab countries and Islamic settings to mean a residence permit or official permission for a foreigner to live and work in a country. It is commonly used in places like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf countries. It’s similar to a work or residence visa, but is more specific to the Middle East.

Besides its meaning related to immigration, "Iqama" also refers to the second call to prayer in Islam, which marks the start of the actual prayer (Salah). However, when talking about residency or work, it usually refers to the official document that allows a foreigner to live legally in a country.


Important Of IQAMA Management:

Effective Iqama management is critical for businesses and expats to comply with immigration requirements and avoid penalties. Here's why this matters:

Legal Compliance: Renewing Iqamas on time helps to avoid fines, penalties, and deportation due to expired permits.

Employee Retention: Proper management prevents job disruptions and ensures workers remain lawfully in the country.

Monitoring Iqamas improves operational efficiency by ensuring that all documentation are up to date.

Risk Mitigation: Lowers the likelihood of legal infractions, safeguarding the company's reputation and position.

Cost Control: Prevents additional expenses due to fines or repatriation caused by expiring Iqamas.

Employer Reputation: A properly managed Iqama system fosters confidence among employees, government officials, and business partners.

International Mobility: Simplifies cross-border staff transfers and expatriate hiring processes.

Saudi Iqama Details

Captures information about the work/residence (Iqama) permit an employee holds, such as Iqama Validity, Iqama Status, Iqama issue and Iqama Expiry, Hijri issue/expiry date and the place of issue.


iqama detail of abdul


iqama information at issue stage


iqama information of abdul at draft stage


iqama detail at issue stage

Additional Features

  • ATTACHMENT of Employee IQAMA and other document copies can be printed. 

  • REMINDER for Employee IQAMA.