How To Check Iqama Status Online? (2 Easy Methods)

If you are also among the many people who are looking for how to check Iqama status online, then, you are in the right place!

In this article, we have gathered the most important information about Iqama. Such as, what an Iqama is, how you can check its status online, what it means to have a red/green color on your Iqama, and finally, how to check the category of your Iqama.

We have included the two easiest methods of checking Iqama status online. One with the Absher account and the second, without using an Absher account. So, choose accordingly what suits you best.

You will also get to know about the Absher and how it facilitates foreign workers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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What is an Iqama?

The Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia provides a certificate or card to ex-pats who are living or working in Saudi Arabia.

Iqama is the identity of any foreigner who is currently residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

As this is your identity for living and working in Saudi Arabia, it is very important to keep an eye on the status of your iqama. Here is, how to check iqama status online easily within minutes.

How to Check Iqama Status Online: 2 Methods

To illustrate, we have listed two methods through which you can easily check your iqama status online.

For your ease, we have described both ways, i.e., checking iqama status using an Absher account and without using an Absher account as well.

Here, you will also learn about what is an Absher account.

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Method 1: With Absher Account

Absher means “Good Tidings” or “Yes, Done” in Arabic. However, Absher here refers to a mobile app used in Saudi Arabia. Absher is an Android or iOS mobile app through which citizens can access numerous governmental services on their phones.

So, follow these steps to check your iqama status online via your Absher account.

• First, visit the Absher Portal.
• Then, choose the language you prefer.
• After that, log in to your account.
• As soon as you log in to your account, an OTP will be sent to your registered number.
• Enter this one-time password (OTP) in the respective field.
• At last, click on “Query Iqama Expiry Service”.

Finally, the status or the expiration date of your Iqama will be shown on the screen.

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Method 2: Without Absher Account

If you don’t want to use the Absher account or do not have an Absher account in the first place. Then, do not worry. There is always an alternative.

The alternative to the Absher account is the Ministry of Labour website. Please note that this website has changed to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development website which means the same.

If you want to know how to check your iqama status or expiry date without an Absher account, follow these steps.

• First, head toward the Ministry of Labour portal.
• There, you will see a screen like this.

• Now, enter your Identification/Iqama number in the upper field box.
• Then, enter your correct Date Of Birth in the bottom box. You can enter your DOB in both formats. I.e., the Hijri Format or the Georgian Format
• Finally, identify the captcha code and enter it in the field to prove that you are not a robot 😉
• Then, click on the Next button.

Immediately after clicking the Next button, you will see your Iqama status on the next screen along with its expiry date.

Iqama Color Check (Red/Green Status)

Many people often tend to ask “What does it mean to have a red/green color on Iqama” or “How can I check my Iqama category”. So, here is the answer.

In fact, this red/green color system and a Saudi Program called Nitaqat are integrated with each other. This system indicates the ability of any company or employer to easily proceed with the visa prerequisites of their foreign employees.

Such as, if someone has a green status on their Iqama, it means that the company they are working for has a larger variety of options available to perform visa operations for their foreign employees. Consequently, vice versa.

How to Check the Iqama Category? (Red/Green Status)

This process is very easy and simple. Here is how to do it.

• Firstly, visit the Ministry of Labour portal.
• There, you will see a screen like this.

• Here, enter either your Passport Number, Border Number, or Iqama Number.
• Then, enter the captcha code to prove yourself as a human.
• Finally, click the search button.

After a while, you get the following details of your Iqama.

1. Name.
2. Work permit number
3. Employment status 
4. Iqama color status
5. Your Employer’s legal status

The Bottom Line

This was all about the online check of Iqama in Saudi Arabia. After reading this blog post, you must be able to check the status of your Iqama. Along with the expiry date and category of your Iqama as well.

Now, it would be much easier for you to take care of your working conditions in Saudi Arabia and secure your Iqama.