Saudi Arabia Resumes Temporary Work Visas in 2025 – 13 Countries Still Excluded

19 July 2025 Β· Europe Permit

  • βœ… Saudi Arabia has resumed issuing Temporary Work Visas (TWVs) as of July 1, 2025.

  • πŸ›‘ However, citizens of 13 countries remain ineligible, including India, Pakistan, Egypt, and Nigeria.

  • πŸ•’ The suspension, originally implemented in April 2025, aimed to control visa misuse during the Hajj season.

  • πŸ—οΈ TWVs are ideal for short-term jobs like construction, event management, and technical services, valid for up to 90 days.

  • πŸ’» Employers can once again submit applications through the Qiwa platform to obtain new or renewed TWVs.

  • πŸ“‰ The excluded countries are temporarily blocked due to policy concerns and will be reviewed for re-entry later.

  • πŸ“Š Companies hiring foreign workers must verify nationality eligibility before applying for work visas.

  • πŸ” The resumed TWV program supports post-Hajj workforce demand across various sectors.

  • πŸ“… Applications submitted during the suspension period were paused but can now be reactivatedβ€”unless they involve restricted nationalities.

  • ⚠️ Employers and workers must stay updated on future policy changes regarding the 13 excluded countries.

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