In Saudi Arabia, it's imperative to address the status of your exit re-entry visa to avoid penalties. Here's what you need to know:
1. Failure to Cancel: Avoiding the Fine: The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) emphasizes the importance of canceling exit re-entry visas if the holder cannot depart the Kingdom during the visa's validity. Failure to cancel may result in a fine of 1,000 riyals.
2. Inability to Convert: Once issued, an exit re-entry visa cannot be converted into a final exit visa if the expatriate is outside Saudi Arabia. This rule is enforced by the Passport Department to maintain visa regulations.
3. Extension for Expatriates Abroad: Employers have the option to extend exit re-entry visas for individuals outside the Kingdom. This can be done electronically by fulfilling the necessary requirements and paying the applicable fees through designated platforms like "Absher" or "Muqeem."
4. Cancelation Procedures via Absher: Canceling exit re-entry or final exit visas for family members or domestic workers is a straightforward process through the Absher platform. Simply follow the steps outlined by Jawazat, ensuring timely action within 90 days of visa issuance to avoid fines.
