⚖️ Legal & Migration

Saudi Arabia's labour platform — the system where an employment contract actually becomes official, and where changing employers goes through. About Qiwa: Qiwa is the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development's digital labour platform, handling employment contracts, transfers between employers (the "naqal kafala" process), and other formal labour transactions for the private sector. Key Features: Contract Documentation: Employment contracts are registered and managed through Qiwa, giving both parties a formal digital record. Employer Transfers: The process for moving from one employer's sponsorship to another runs through this platform. Work Permit Coordination: Connects with residency and permit systems so labour status stays consistent. Digital-First Design: Most transactions can be completed online rather than requiring in-person visits to a labour office. How to Get Started: Create an account at qiwa.sa, generally set up alongside your employer's registration. Review your employment contract as it appears on the platform to confirm it matches what was agreed. If changing employers, use Qiwa's transfer process rather than an informal arrangement. Keep your Qiwa records current, since they're often referenced for other government interactions. Important Notice: Your formal employment status in Saudi Arabia is tied to what's registered in Qiwa — if your actual job differs from what's on record, resolve that discrepancy rather than letting it persist.

Saudi Arabia's residency services platform — the system behind an expatriate's iqama status, and exit/re-entry visas. About Muqeem: Muqeem is the residency services platform for expatriates in Saudi Arabia, covering the iqama (residency permit) status that underpins nearly everything else — banking, phone contracts, travel — for foreign residents. Key Features: Iqama Status Management: Tracks and manages the residency permit status that defines your legal presence in Saudi Arabia. Exit and Re-Entry Visas: Processes the visas needed to leave and return to Saudi Arabia while your iqama remains valid. Dependent Management: Handles residency matters for family members sponsored under your iqama. Renewal Tracking: Shows current iqama validity and renewal timelines to help avoid lapses. How to Get Started: Access muqeem.sa using the credentials linked to your iqama, typically set up through your sponsor. Check your current iqama status and expiry date as your first step. If travelling, apply for the appropriate exit/re-entry visa before departure, not after arrival at the airport. Keep dependents' status current if you're sponsoring family members. Important Notice: An expired iqama can create serious complications, including restrictions on banking and travel — monitor your status through Muqeem regularly rather than assuming your sponsor is tracking it for you.