Resident Platform: Services for Residents and Expats in Saudi Arabia

What is the Resident Platform?

The Resident Platform is one of the electronic platforms provided by the Saudi Ministry of Interior through the Absher portal, to provide integrated services for expats in the Kingdom. The platform aims to facilitate residence procedures and legal procedures related to expats, such as renewing residence, transferring sponsorship, and issuing work visas, which reduces the need to visit government offices.

Services Available on the Resident Platform

The platform provides a wide range of electronic services, including:

– Renewing a residence permit (Resident).

– Transferring sponsorship between sponsors.

– Issuing a new work visa.

– Modifying the profession of the expat worker.

– Inquiring about the residence status.

– Issuing an exit and re-entry permit.

– Submitting applications for fines or violations related to residence.

– Service transfer services (transferring worker services between employers).

– Reporting services for escaping workers or lost passports.

– Services for requesting the transfer of a worker to the labor office.

Conditions for Using the Resident Platform

To use the platform’s services, the following conditions must be met:

– The applicant must be registered on the Absher platform (for individuals or businesses).

– The sponsor (employer) must be registered in the Resident system through Absher.

– The expat (resident) must have a valid residence permit (for renewal or modification).

– The required documents must be complete and correct (such as a passport, employment contract).

– The service fees must be paid (if any).

– The application must be in accordance with Saudi regulations (such as no residence violations).

Steps to Use the Resident Platform

1. Log in to the Absher platform

– Visit the official website [Absher](https://www.absher.sa).

– Choose Absher Individuals or Absher Businesses depending on the type of service.

– Log in using your username and password.

2. Choose the Resident Service

– From the main menu, choose Resident Services or Resident Platform.

– Select the required service (such as renewing residence or transferring sponsorship).

3. Fill in the Data

– Enter the required information (such as residence number, passport number, sponsor data).

– Confirm the data and submit the application.

Check the accuracy of the data before sending.

4. Uploading Documents

– Upload the required documents (such as a passport photo, employment contract).

– Ensure that the documents are clear and meet the requirements.

5. Paying Fees (if applicable)

– If the service requires fees, pay them electronically through the Sadad portal or a credit card.

6. Sending the Request

– Review the request again and then send it.

– You will receive notifications of updates to the request status via email or SMS.

Quick Information Table

| Information | Details |

|—————-|————–|

| Supervising Authority | Saudi Ministry of Interior |

| E-Portal | [Absher](https://www.absher.sa) |

| Main Services | Residence renewal, sponsorship transfer, visa issuance |

| Service Fees | Vary depending on the type of service |

| Processing Time | Varies depending on the type of request (from hours to days) |

| Technical Support | Available through Absher or customer service centers |

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can the Muqeem platform be used without registering on Absher?

No, you must log in through the Absher platform, whether for individuals or businesses, to use Muqeem services.

2. What are the fees required for residence renewal?

The fees vary depending on the type and duration of the residence, and details can be found on the platform when submitting the request.

3. How can the request status be tracked on the Muqeem platform?

The request status can be tracked through your Absher account, where all updates and notifications related to the request are displayed.

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