Legal Residency
Dependent Iqama Guide: Saudi Residency
Understanding the legal residency permit (Iqama) for family members, including rights, requirements, and renewal rules.
Digital Residency Status
A Dependent Iqama is the official residency permit issued for family members. It is digitally linked to the sponsor's residency and managed through the Absher and Tawakkalna platforms.
Duration
Linked to Sponsor
Status
Legal Residency
What It Includes
- Legal stay in KSA
- Schooling access
- Healthcare eligibility
- Digital Identity
Issuance Requirements
Sponsor Iqama
Must be valid & active.
Passport
Visitor's original passport.
Insurance
Registered medical insurance.
Photos
Recent passport-size photo.
Renewal Rules
- ✓Must be renewed annually with the sponsor's Iqama.
- ✓Monthly dependent fees must be paid in full for the renewal period.
- ✓Late renewal results in fines starting from SAR 500.
Key Limitations
- • Cannot work legally without a separate work permit or transfer.
- • Dependents cannot sponsor other individuals.
- • International travel requires a separate Exit-Reentry visa.