We understand how important it is for professionals and workers to have a smooth journey when processing their Saudi employment visa. Whether you’re an engineer, doctor, technician, or skilled laborer, one of the first steps to working in the Kingdom is visa stamping. But what exactly do you need?. In this article, we’ll walk you through the documents required for Saudi employment visa stamping,
What Is Saudi Employment Visa Stamping?
Before we dive into the list of documents, let’s clarify what visa stamping means. Once your Saudi employment visa is issued by your employer in Saudi Arabia, you’ll need to get it stamped on your passport by the Saudi Embassy or Consulate in your home country. This stamp allows you to legally enter and work in the Kingdom.
List of Documents Required for Saudi Employment Visa
To make the process smooth and hassle-free, make sure you have the following documents ready:
1. Original Passport
- Must be valid for at least 6 months
- Should have two consecutive blank pages
- Old passports (if any) may also be required
2. Visa Authorization Slip (Wakala)
- Issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
- This is your official visa approval sent to the Saudi Embassy
3. Medical Test Report
- Must be done from a GAMCA-approved medical center
- Validity: Typically 3 months
4. Original Employment Contract
- Signed by both employer and employee
- Should mention salary, job title, and other terms
5. Photographs
- Recent passport-size photos with white background
- Typically 4 to 6 photos are required
6. Educational Certificates
- As per job requirement (e.g., degree, diploma)
- Attested by the relevant authorities and Saudi Embassy
7. Chamber of Commerce Attestation (Saudi Arabia)
- Employer’s documents must be attested in KSA
8. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- Issued from your local police station or passport office
- Should be attested
9. Medical Insurance (as required by Embassy)
- Some embassies require proof of insurance
10. Service or Experience Certificates
- Especially for professionals and skilled workers
Step-by-Step Process at a Glance
Collect all required documents as listed above
Do your medical test from an approved center
Submit documents to the Saudi Embassy through an authorized agent
Visa stamping takes 3 to 7 working days, depending on embassy and workload
Receive your passport back with the Saudi visa stamp
We Make Visa Stamping Easy
At J K Management Consultancies, we help you with every step of the Saudi employment visa stamping process. From document verification to medical test assistance and embassy coordination, we ensure everything is smooth and timely.
Final Thoughts
Understanding the documents required for Saudi employment visa stamping is the key to a stress-free start to your work journey in the Kingdom. Missing even one document can delay your plans, so let the experts at J K Management Consultancies guide you through the process.