Overview
In March2021, Saudi Arabia launched a new 90-day Temporary Work
Visa. According to an announcement made by the government of Saudi
Arabia earlier this week, this visa will now allow holders to stay
for an initial period of six months. Holders of this visa can also
apply for a one-time extension of the visa for a similar length of
time.
Employers that are looking to bring foreign nationals to Saudi
Arabia for short-term work may now do so by purchasing quotas of
the new Temporary Work visa online. The visas are valid for one
year from the date of issuance and allow foreign nationals to work
in the country for up to six months in that one-year period without
having to apply for residence or a work permit.
