The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) in Saudi Arabia has confirmed that exit and re-entry visa fees are non-refundable if the visa is canceled. This clarification is essential for residents and sponsors handling visa-related procedures through the Absher platform.
Jawazat Confirms: No Refund for Cancelled Exit Re-Entry Visa
The Saudi General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has officially clarified that exit and re-entry visa fees are non-refundable if the visa is canceled. This response came after a beneficiary inquired about fee refunds upon visa cancellation.
According to Jawazat, once the exit re-entry visa is issued and then cancelled, the paid fees cannot be recovered.
Exit and Re-Entry Visa Fees Explained
Single Exit Re-Entry Visa
- Fee: SAR 200 for a single trip (up to 2 months).
- Additional SAR 100 for each extra month, within the iqama validity.
Multiple Exit Re-Entry Visa
- Fee: SAR 500 for up to 3 months.
- Additional SAR 200 for each extra month.
Extension for Those Outside Saudi Arabia
- Single Visa Extension: SAR 200 for 1 month.
- Multiple Visa Extension: SAR 400 for 1 month.
🖥️ How to Cancel Exit and Re-Entry Visa via Absher
The cancellation of an exit re-entry visa can be completed through the Absher platform using the following steps:
- Log in to your Absher account.
- Go to “Electronic Services” and select “Services for Sponsors.”
- Select the sponsored individual.
- Choose “Cancel Exit and Re-entry Visa” and confirm.
🌍 Extending Exit Re-Entry Visa While Outside the Kingdom
Jawazat also offers an extension service for individuals outside Saudi Arabia, including dependents and domestic workers. This service is accessible through the Absher platform:
For Domestic Workers and Dependents:
- Log into Absher.
- Select Worker Services → Services → Visas.
For Family Members:
- Go to Family Member Services → Services → Visas.
For Professional Workers (Business Platform):
- Employers must log into Absher Business.
- Select My Business Services → Visas.
For more on extending visas online, check Jawazat’s full guidelines.
📝 Key Takeaways
- Exit re-entry visa fees are non-refundable upon cancellation.
- Visa fees vary based on type and duration.
- Use Absher to cancel or extend visas electronically.
- Employers can extend visas of professional workers through Absher Business.
