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How to renew Iqama

How to renew Iqama is the same as  the steps in obtaining a new Iqama:

  1. 1. Collect your staff ID or Student ID in case of full time Graduate Student.
  2. 2. Go to the Medical Center for Iqama procedure-This refers to the medical screening requirement for Iqama.
  3. 3. Submit a passport photograph and a copy of your international passport at the Medical Center reception. Take a slip and proceed to the Laboratory. Presently, collections of samples and tests for Iqama are done between 10.00am-12.00pm. Please confirm the timing in the clinic as this may change.
  4. 4. Usually the result will be ready between 2-3 days from the time of submitting all samples (you will be informed by the Lab Scientist when the results will be ready)*
  5. 5. When the results are ready, take appointment to see doctor at the reception. You will be given Medical Test Form with your photograph on it.
  6. 6. The doctor will check the results and fill the form, sign and return it to you.  Proceed to the same reception to get it stamped, the report will be sent to the ministry electronically.
  7. 7. Take the Medical report to the clinic secretary for submission. A printed copy of the Medical report will be given to you.
  8. 8. Pay through ATM or Online for Government services- New Iqama**.
  9. 9. Submit these reports, with two passport photographs, international passport and payment slip to passport office in Bld 21, Floor 6.
  10. 10. A temporary iqama will be given to you pending the readiness of the original iqama.

Note that:

*  You do not need to go back to the laboratory on that day. Just proceed to the reception for appointment to see doctor for medical report.

** All do pay for iqama except full time graduate student and dependents. (Note: 1 year =SAR500, 2 years =SAR1000).

Also, the only difference is that not all medical tests will be repeated. Also, a signed copy of the old Iqama will be the temporary Iqama.