Saudi Arabia has announced that children of expatriates residing in the Kingdom illegally will now be allowed to enroll in schools for the new academic year, provided their fingerprints are registered with the Ministry of Interior. This groundbreaking decision enables these students to attend school free of charge, without any financial fees.
A Step Towards Equal Education for All
This new policy reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to ensuring that every child within its borders receives a proper education, irrespective of their legal status. By eliminating barriers to school enrollment, the Kingdom seeks to provide all children with the opportunity to access education.
Free Schooling for Illegal Residents' Children
The move is also part of the Kingdom’s larger efforts to enhance educational opportunities and to integrate children of illegal residents into the national framework of development and progress. No financial costs will be incurred by these families, as the schooling is entirely free.
Eligibility Requirements
For a child to benefit from this initiative, their parents must ensure that the child's fingerprints are registered with the Ministry of Interior. This simple step is required for the child to access the free education offer.
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