Iqama Transfer

Transferring Iqama sponsorship from one employer to another is a significant process that affects an expatriate worker’s legal residency status and employment relationship in Saudi Arabia. This guide explains how sponsorship transfer generally works and what both employees and employers need to know. What Sponsorship Transfer Involves Sponsorship transfer moves the legal responsibility for an…

A rejected Iqama sponsorship transfer can leave an employee in limbo between employers, making it important to understand why these requests fail and how to resolve the underlying issue. This guide covers the most common reasons for rejection and practical steps to fix each one. 1. Contractual Restrictions Not Met If an employment contract includes…