Guides for your daily life in Medina.

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proceduresFebruary 29, 2024

How to get an electric scooter in the Haram – in Mecca?

The electric scooter service aims to offer pilgrims a pleasant and efficient means of transport, especially for those who have a…

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Schools and UniversitiesFebruary 25, 2024

Arabic Language Institutes for Women in Medina: A Complete Guide

Introduction: A brief introduction on the importance of learning Arabic and Islamic sciences for women in Medina, and how this…

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VisasFebruary 21, 2024

Saudi Arabia removes the requirement for prior online visa application for Umrah (or other pilgrimages) for certain countries

Article updated: 22/02/2024 First of all, we wish to express our repentance to Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala, and thank all the people who…

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proceduresFebruary 20, 2024

Medinatouna: Free answers to facilitate your visit to Medina and Mecca

Medinatouna offers free answers to your questions to facilitate your stay/settling in Medina, Mecca, and throughout Saudi Arabia. Don't hesitate to…

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VisasFebruary 20, 2024

Passport and Iqama Validity Requirements for Issuing an Exit/Re-entry Visa

Expatriate residents in Saudi Arabia need an exit and re-entry visa for a temporary departure from the kingdom. This type of…

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IqamaFebruary 18, 2024

How to obtain an Iqama for a newborn in Saudi Arabia?

In this article, we explain how to obtain an Iqama for a newborn. It doesn't matter if a child was born inside or outside of…

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proceduresFebruary 15, 2024

Here's how resident pilgrims can cancel their Hajj packages after registration and get their money back.

Saudi Arabia has established rules allowing domestic pilgrims to cancel packages related to the annual Hajj pilgrimage after having selected one.

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IqamaFebruary 15, 2024

How to apply for a permanent family iqama visa via Istiqdam?

Apply for a permanent family visa (Iqama) online. Online applications for permanent family visas are only available for certain selected professions.

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IqamaFebruary 10, 2024

Offenses and Sanctions of the Iqama System in Saudi Arabia

The Iqama system is a crucial regulatory mechanism for managing the residency and employment of expatriates in the Kingdom. It is…

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