Saudi Arabia Family Visa Update 2026

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1️⃣ MINIMUM SALARY REQUIREMENTS

Basic Requirements:

Minimum Salary: SAR 4,000 – 5,000 per month
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Recommended Salary: SAR 5,000 – 6,000+ for stronger application
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For Larger Families: SAR 6,000+ monthly income recommended
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Important: Salary must be registered in Qiwa contract system
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Salary by Family Size:

Single dependent (spouse only): SAR 4,000 minimum
Small family (spouse + 1-2 children): SAR 5,000-6,000
Large family (3+ dependents): SAR 7,000+ recommended

2️⃣ ELIGIBLE PROFESSIONS (SKILLED WORKERS)

✅ ELIGIBLE WHITE-COLLAR PROFESSIONS:

Medical & Healthcare:

Doctor
Dentist
Pharmacist
Nurse
Laboratory Specialist
Radiology Technician
Medical Engineer

Engineering & Technical: 8. Engineer (All types) 9. Architect 10. IT Specialist 11. Systems Analyst 12. Network Engineer

Business & Administration: 13. Accountant/Auditor 14. Accounts Manager 15. Administration Coordinator 16. Administrative Manager 17. HR Manager/Coordinator 18. Marketing Manager 19. Sales Manager 20. Business Consultant

Education: 21. Teacher/Professor 22. Educational Supervisor 23. Trainer

Other Professions: 24. Lawyer/Legal Consultant 25. Journalist/Media Specialist 26. Chef (Specialized) 27. Pilot/Aviation Specialist

❌ INELIGIBLE PROFESSIONS (Generally Rejected):

Worker/Laborer
Driver
Cleaner
Construction Worker
Plumber
Electrician (unless supervisory role)
Kitchen Helper
Loading/Unloading Worker
Security Guard (basic level)

Note: The official skilled criteria list is still being finalized – verify your profession with MOFA/MOFA

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3️⃣ COMPLETE COST BREAKDOWN 2026

A. INITIAL VISA FEES (One-Time)

Fee Type	Cost (SAR)	Details
Visit Visa Fee	300 per person	Entry visa fee vision2030.ai
Visa Stamping	150-200	Embassy charges
Medical Insurance (First Year)	500-2,000 per person	Varies by age/coverage www.expatica.com
Total Initial Cost	~1,000-2,500 per person	For first entry

B. RESIDENCY FEES (Annual)

Fee Type	Cost (SAR)	Frequency
Iqama (Residence Permit)	500 per person/year	Annual vision2030.ai
Dependent Levy	400 per person/month	Monthly (SAR 4,800/year per person) www.linkedin.com www.middleeastbriefing.com

Dependent Levy Examples:

1 dependent: SAR 400/month = SAR 4,800/year
2 dependents: SAR 800/month = SAR 9,600/year
3 dependents: SAR 1,200/month = SAR 14,400/year
4 dependents: SAR 1,600/month = SAR 19,200/year

C. MEDICAL INSURANCE (Annual)

Coverage Type	Cost Range (SAR)
Basic Coverage	500-1,000 per person/year
Standard Coverage	1,000-2,000 per person/year
Premium Coverage	2,000-5,000+ per person/year

Note: Insurance is mandatory and must be from Saudi-regulated insurers

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D. ADDITIONAL FEES

Service	Cost (SAR)
Re-entry Visa (Single)	200
Re-entry Visa (Multiple)	500
Final Exit Visa	Free
Iqama Renewal	500 per person/year
Document Attestation	100-300 per document
Medical Test (in KSA)	200-400 per person

4️⃣ TOTAL COST EXAMPLES

Example 1: Bringing Spouse Only (First Year)

Visa Fee: SAR 300
Medical Insurance: SAR 1,000
Iqama: SAR 500
Dependent Levy: SAR 4,800/year
TOTAL FIRST YEAR: ~SAR 6,600

Example 2: Bringing Family of 4 (Spouse + 2 Children) – First Year

Visa Fees (3 people): SAR 900
Medical Insurance (3 people): SAR 3,000
Iqama (3 people): SAR 1,500
Dependent Levy (3 people): SAR 14,400/year
TOTAL FIRST YEAR: ~SAR 19,800

Ongoing Annual Costs (After First Year):

Iqama Renewal: SAR 500 per person
Dependent Levy: SAR 400/month per person
Medical Insurance Renewal: SAR 500-2,000 per person
TOTAL PER YEAR: SAR 5,700 per person (average)

5️⃣ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (Complete Checklist)

For Sponsor (Employee in KSA): ✅ Valid Iqama (or concurrent work visa under new rules) ✅ Valid Passport (6+ months validity) ✅ Employment Contract (registered in Qiwa) ✅ Salary Certificate (minimum SAR 4,000) ✅ Bank Statements (last 3-6 months) ✅ Accommodation Proof (rental agreement/ownership) ✅ Educational Certificates (attested) ✅ Professional License (if applicable)

For Family Members: ✅ Valid Passports (6+ months validity) ✅ Attested Marriage Certificate (for spouse) ✅ Attested Birth Certificates (for children) ✅ Passport-sized Photographs (white background) ✅ Medical Insurance Proof ✅ Medical Test Results (after arrival in KSA) ✅ Police Clearance Certificate (sometimes required)

Document Attestation Requirements:

Marriage/Birth certificates must be attested from:
1. Home country Foreign Ministry
2. Saudi Embassy in home country
3. Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)

6️⃣ APPLICATION PROCESS (Step-by-Step)

Under NEW 2026 Concurrent System:

Step 1: Pre-Application

Verify your profession is on skilled list
Ensure salary meets minimum requirement (SAR 4,000+)
Arrange accommodation meeting standards
Get medical insurance quotes

Step 2: Concurrent Application

Apply through MOFA portal (www.mofa.gov.sa)
Submit work visa and family visa together
Upload all required documents
Pay initial visa fees (SAR 300 per person)

Step 3: Processing

Processing time: 2-4 weeks (concurrent) vs 4-8 weeks (standard)
Track application on MOFA/Muqeem portals
Respond to any queries promptly

Step 4: Visa Authorization

Receive visa authorization number
Share with family members
Family applies for entry visa at Saudi embassy

Step 5: Entry to Saudi Arabia

Family enters KSA together with sponsor (under new rules)
Complete medical examination in KSA
Submit fingerprints and biometrics

Step 6: Iqama Completion

Apply for Iqama through Absher/Muqeem
Pay Iqama fees (SAR 500 per person)
Pay dependent levy (SAR 400/month per person)
Receive residency permits

7️ IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS & CONDITIONS

Salary Requirements:

Must be deposited in Saudi bank account
Should be consistent for 3-6 months
Basic salary considered (excluding allowances)
Must meet Nitaqat requirements

Accommodation Requirements:

Valid rental contract (Ejar registered) or property ownership
Minimum space requirements based on family size
Must meet municipal standards

Profession Classification:

Must match actual job duties
Should be on approved skilled professions list
Professional licenses required for regulated professions (doctors, engineers, etc.)

Age Limits:

Sons: Under 25 years old
Daughters: Any age (if unmarried)
Parents: Generally not eligible (separate parent visa category)

8️⃣ COMMON REASONS FOR REJECTION

❌ Salary below SAR 4,000 ❌ Profession not on skilled list (Worker, Driver, Cleaner, etc.) ❌ Incomplete document attestation ❌ Passport validity less than 6 months ❌ Inadequate accommodation ❌ Unstable employment history ❌ Previous visa violations ❌ Criminal record