The Iqama is one of the most important legal documents in Saudi Arabia. Even the slightest error can lead to numerous complications and difficulties. A common mistake is printing misspelled names.
Changing the name on the Iqama Before starting the procedure to correct the name on the Iqama, you need to know why it is important and necessary.
As you know, the Iqama is the essential legal document for living and working in Saudi Arabia. The Jawazat (registration office) prints a lot of information on it, such as your name and date of birth. Furthermore, your name is written in both Arabic and English. But if the information isn't correct, then it's a real problem.
Problems with a misspelled name
First, it's entirely possible that banks will refuse to open your account. Money transfer agencies like Tahweel Rajhi and Quickpay may also block your transactions. The reason is simple: your name doesn't match.
Secondly, if you plan to migrate to Europe, Canada, Australia, etc., you must submit a clean criminal record check. If the name on your Iqama differs from your passport, the police may refuse you entry.
Thirdly, when applying for a permanent family visa, the chances of refusal are quite high due to name discrepancies. So, what can be done to change the name on the Iqama? Let's explain the procedure.
Procedure for correcting and changing the name on the Iqama
Upon your arrival in the Kingdom, the human resources staff will fill out some forms to apply for medical insurance and an Iqama. It is therefore advisable to ask them to show you your personal contact details.
Most of the time, they make mistakes. So check all the details. If any information is written incorrectly, ask them to correct it.
If the name on the Iqama still contains an error, then go to the jawazats and inform them of the mistake.
The Jawazat prints the name in both English and Arabic on the Iqama. Therefore, if there is an error in the English name, the person (Idariyah) will open the online portal and correct it in no time. Be sure to bring a copy of the passport and ensure the person changes the name on the Iqama to match the name on the passport.
In a few days, you can receive a new Iqama with the correction.
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If the error is in the Arabic name
The Jawazat enabled organizations and kafeels to correct the error in the Arabic name on the muqeem portal without having to go to the office.
You must follow the following procedure.
- Log in to the portal Muqeem
- Select the «تعديل الاسم المترجم» service.
- Rewrite the name in Arabic
- Log in to the muqeem portal and select the name correction service
- How to change your name on the Iqama in Saudi Arabia
- Save the changes
- Head to the Jawazat to get a new print of the Iqama
2nd method If you wish to change your name through the Jawazat office, you must complete the name change form on the Iqama. Inform your company's HR department or your kafeel of the error.
Most of the time, they have the form, but if they don't, you can download it. We provide the link below. A representative (Mandoob) will visit the Jawazat to change the name. In a day or two, you can receive a new copy of the Iqama.
