How to Get Iqama for a Baby Born Outside Saudi Arabia.
- Jeddah Translation Office
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
Are you a resident in Saudi Arabia with a newborn born outside the Kingdom? Don’t worry—this step-by-step guide will walk you through the Iqama issuance process so your child can legally reside in Saudi Arabia with you.
🔄 If your baby was born inside Saudi Arabia, check our other post: How to Apply for Iqama If Your Baby Is Born in Saudi Arabia
📌 Step-by-Step Guide to Iqama for Baby Born Outside Saudi Arabia
To begin, ensure your newborn arrives in Saudi Arabia legally on a visit visa or entry permit. Once in the Kingdom, follow the steps below to apply for their Iqama.
🧾 Step 1: Pay the Required Fees
New Iqama Issuance Fee: SAR 2,000
Dependent Fee: Pay online via your bank account or SADAD
📤 Step 2: Upload Documents via Absher Tawasul
Required Documents:
Baby’s Birth Certificate
Baby’s Passport
Medical Insurance
Payment Proof for dependent fees
Baby’s Photograph
Father’s Passport Copy
Mother’s Passport Copy
Father’s Iqama Copy
Mother’s Iqama Copy
✅ Arrange these in the order listed and convert into one PDF file per dependent (under 1MB using an online compressor).
How to Submit:
Log in to your Absher Account
Go to My Services > Passports > Tawasul
Click New Request
Select:
Sector: خدمات للمقيمين داخل المملكة
Service: اضافة. فصل تابع
In the Request Description, write: Request for Iqama – Border Number of the Baby
Attach the compressed PDF file
📩 After submission, you will receive an SMS with a request number. Once approved, you’ll receive another SMS confirmation.
🗓 Step 3: Book Appointment with Jawazat
Once your request is approved, book your appointment to collect the Iqama:
Booking Instructions:
Log in to Absher
Go to Appointments > Passport Services
Click Book New Appointment
Select:
Service: Resident Services
Region: Your area (e.g., Riyadh)
Office: Jawazat office nearest you
Confirm and print the appointment slip
Bring These to the Appointment:
Appointment Letter
Tawasul Approval
Printed PDF document
Baby’s original passport
Baby’s photographs
🆔 Step 4: Iqama Collection at Jawazat
Arrive 10–15 minutes early to your scheduled appointment. Submit your documents and collect your newborn’s Iqama within 15–20 minutes.
🥳 Congratulations! Your baby now officially holds legal residency in Saudi Arabia.
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