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Saudi Final Exit Visa Complete Guide: Rules, Fees, and Process
Complete guide to Saudi Final Exit Visa: rules, fees, validity, cancellation, and step-by-step process for expats planning to leave KSA permanently.
What is a Final Exit Visa?
A Final Exit Visa (also called “OutPass”) allows expatriates to leave Saudi Arabia permanently. Once stamped on your passport, you cannot return on the same visa — you must exit within 60 days.
🔴 Latest Updates (2026)
| Update | Detail |
|---|---|
| Iqama Validity Required | Your Iqama must have at least 30 days validity remaining to apply (announced Jan 2026) |
| Free for Sponsored Workers | Final Exit Visa fee = SAR 0 (free) for workers under a Kafeel (sponsor) |
| No Huroob After Exit | Once issued, sponsor cannot file Huroob (absconding) report against you |
4-Step Process to Get Final Exit Visa
- Clear Requirements (see checklist below)
- Apply via Absher — Sponsor/Kafeel applies through Absher Muqeem
- Istimara Removed — Sponsor cancels your vehicle (if any)
- Passport Stamping — Visit airport with passport to get exit stamp
✅ Requirements Checklist
Must-have before application:
- No traffic violations or pending fines
- All financial dues settled (bank loans, personal debts)
- No vehicles registered under your name (Istimara cancelled)
- Passport validity ≥ 60 days
- You must be inside Saudi Arabia during application
- No unused dependent visas under your sponsorship
New (2026): Your Iqama must have at least 30 days validity left.
📅 Validity & Rules
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Validity Period | 60 days from issuance date |
| Extension | Cannot be extended (must exit or cancel) |
| Cancellation Fee | SAR 1,000 if you cancel after issuance without leaving |
| Multiple Applications | Can only have one active Final Exit at a time |
💰 Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Final Exit Visa | SAR 0 (Free for sponsored workers) |
| Cancellation (after issuance) | SAR 1,000 |
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❌ If You Don’t Exit Within 60 Days
- Visa expires = illegal stay
- Cannot apply for new visa while one is active
- Must cancel and re-apply (costs SAR 1,000)
🛂 After Leaving Saudi Arabia
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Final Exit (Clean) | Name removed from Muqeem, Iqama cancelled, can re-enter on new visa |
| Huroob Status | Sponsor reported you as absconding while exit was pending |
| Blacklist Risk | Repeated violations may block future entry |
📋 Quick Links
| Related | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Traffic Fines | /posts/check-muroor-traffic-fine/ |
| Cancel Istimara | /posts/fahas-online-appointment-vehicle-mvpi |
| Check Iqama Status | /posts/check-iqama-status |
| Apply Exit Re-Entry | /posts/apply-exit-re-entry-visa-online |
Source: Saudi Gazette, Absher Muqeem guidelines
Last updated: June 2026 — rules subject to change. Verify at Absher Muqeem before applying.
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