# A Guide to New Residence Permit Issuance Fees in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia\n\nThe new residence permit issuance service is the process of obtaining an official residence permit for new or renewing residents in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, conducted through official electronic channels.\n\n## What is the service?\n\nThe new residence permit issuance service is the process of obtaining an official residence permit for new or renewing residents in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, conducted through official electronic channels.\n\n## Conditions and Requirements\n\nHaving a valid passport as an original or a certified copy.\n\nHaving a valid entry visa for the Kingdom (visa).\n\nHaving a work permit or proof of sponsorship from the Sponsor (the concerned party).\n\nCompleting the application form via the Absher or Tawakkalna platform.\n\nPaying the required fees.\n\nSubmitting the required documents (copies of the passport, visa, proof of employment, etc.).\n\n## Detailed Steps (Step by Step)\n\nLog in to the Absher platform using your personal account.\n\nSelect “Issue Residence Permit” from the available menu.\n\nEnter the required data (passport number, visa number, sponsor information).\n\nUpload the required documents (passport photo, visa photo, proof of residence or employment).\n\nReview the data and ensure its accuracy.\n\nPay the fees (200 SAR) via electronic payment.\n\nReceive an approval notification, then collect the card from the Labor Office or the Passport Office.\n\nVerify the accuracy of the data on the card after collection.\n\n## Cost (If Known)\n\nThe fee for issuing a new residence permit is 200 Saudi Riyals, and may vary depending on updates; please consult the relevant authority.\n\n## Processing Time\n\nThe process of issuing a new residence permit usually takes from 7 to 10 business days after paying the fees, with the possibility of expediting the process in some cases.\n\n## Responsible Authority\n\nThe authority responsible for issuing the new residence permit is the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in cooperation with the Absher platform under the Minرة الداخلية.\n\n## طريقة التقديم (أونلاين — أبشر/توكلنا/وزارة)\n\nيمكن تقديم الطلب إلكترونيًا عبر منصة أبشر للمواطنين أو عبر منصة توكلنا للمؤسسات، أو من خلال المراكز المختصة في وزارة الموارد البشرية.\n\n## نصائح مهمة\n\nتأكد من صلاحية جواز السفر والفيزا قبل البدء.\n\nراجع دليل أبشر لتفهم الخطوات بدقة.\n\nاحرص على دفع الرسوم قبل إكمال الطلب لتجنب إلغاء العملية.\n\nاحتفظ بنسخة من جميع المستندات المرفوعة.\n\nتواصل مع الساحب للتأكد من استعداده لاستلام البطاقة.\n\nتابع حالة الطلب عبر أبشر حتى استلام الإشعار.
