How to Check Saudi Exit/Re-Entry Visa Status Online — 2025 Guide

If you live in Saudi Arabia as an expatriate holding an iqama and are planning to travel, checking your exit/re-entry visa status is a must before you go. Confirming your visa details in advance helps you avoid delays at airports, immigration checkpoints, and potential legal issues. This practical guide combines step-by-step instructions, official resources, and the latest 2025 rules to make the process quick and stress-free for the Saudi expat community.

What is an exit/re-entry visa?

An exit/re-entry visa allows an expatriate resident (employee, dependent, or domestic worker) to leave Saudi Arabia temporarily and return within a specified period. The visa is issued by your sponsor via Saudi authorities and can be checked online using government platforms such as Absher or Muqeem.

Which official platforms can I use?

• Absher — the primary government portal for resident and citizen services (login required).
• Muqeem — the residency and visa validation platform (registration and login now required as of 2025).
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) — for related visa services and official announcements: mofa.gov.sa.

Method 1 — Check via Absher (recommended)

Absher is the most straightforward and widely used platform for checking exit/re-entry visas. If you already have an Absher account, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Absher portal: https://www.absher.sa and log in using your username and password.
2. From the main menu select Inquiries (often under Passport Services or Workers).
3. Choose the Exit/Re-entry Visa Status or Exit/Re-Entry Visa Inquiry option.
4. Enter your iqama number and the requested identifier (passport number or visa number) and the verification code.
5. Click View or Inquire to see the current visa status.

Absher will display details such as whether the visa is active, used, expired, or canceled, along with the visa number, type, issue date, duration and the return-before date.

Method 2 — Check via Muqeem (registration required in 2025)

Muqeem is useful for both residents and employers who need visa validation or printable visa records. In 2025 Muqeem requires you to register and log in before using the visa validity service.

1. Register at the Muqeem portal (if you don’t already have an account): Register on Muqeem. You will need your iqama number, date of birth and a mobile number.
2. Log in: Muqeem login.
3. Open the Visa Validity service and select Exit Re-Entry Visa.
4. Enter your iqama number and choose a verification method (visa number, passport number, full name, DOB, iqama expiry date or visa issue/validity date).
5. Submit to view and print your visa details immediately.

Muqeem shows the same critical items as Absher: visa status (valid/expired), visa type and number, issue date, duration, return-before date, and whether you are recorded as inside or outside Saudi Arabia.

What you will see when you check

• Visa status: valid, expired, used, or canceled
• Visa type and number
• Visa duration and issue date
• Return-before date (last permitted re-entry date)
• Current location status: inside or outside the Kingdom

Conditions and requirements for issuing an Exit/Re-Entry Visa (2025)

Make sure the following conditions are satisfied before your sponsor applies for your exit/re-entry visa:

• Both sponsor and sponsoree status must be active (not reported deceased, absent, or under recruitment ban).
• All traffic fines for the sponsoree must be paid.
• There must be no outstanding visa cancellation penalty for sponsor or sponsored person.
• The sponsoree must not already have another valid exit/re-entry visa.
• The sponsoree must be physically inside Saudi Arabia when the visa is issued.
• The sponsoree’s passport must be valid for at least 90 days for exit/re-entry visas.
• The chosen return date must be at least 7 days before iqama expiry.
• For single-entry visa durations, your iqama must be valid for the visa duration plus an additional 90 days.
• If Hijri and Gregorian dates differ, the Gregorian date is applied.
• Fingerprint (biometric) enrollment is required for all residents aged 15 and older.
• Visa fees must be paid before issuance.

Recent updates & practical tips (2024–2025)

• Authorities now allow some visa extensions electronically through Absher or Muqeem for expatriates who are abroad — useful when your return is delayed.
• Passport validity rules remain strict: ensure your passport meets the 90-day minimum to avoid rejection.
• Both Absher and Muqeem interfaces have been updated for improved security and mobile access — always use official links and avoid third-party sites when entering personal data.

Before you travel — checklist

• Verify exit/re-entry visa status on Absher or Muqeem and print a copy of the visa.
• Confirm passport validity (90 days minimum) and renew it if needed.
• Pay any pending traffic fines and resolve employer/sponsor issues ahead of time.
• Keep screenshots or a printed copy of the visa and your iqama details with you while traveling.
• Check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Absher for last-minute policy updates.

Where to get help

If you encounter problems checking your visa or need to resolve a sponsor-related issue, contact your sponsor/employer first. For official guidance, use the Absher support pages or visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. If a case is complex (sponsor disputes, legal questions), consider seeking advice from an authorised legal adviser or a qualified immigration specialist.

Final word

Checking your exit/re-entry visa online is quick and essential. Use Absher or Muqeem, confirm all details, settle fines, and ensure passport validity to avoid travel disruptions. For the most accurate, case-specific guidance always refer to official government portals and announcements.

Official links: Absher — absher.sa, Muqeem — vv.muqeem.sa, Ministry of Foreign Affairs — mofa.gov.sa.