There is no 3-day deadline, but even a second of delay after the expiration of the visa exposes the visitor to legal accountability and fines. This is amazing The decisive truth Which was issued by the General Administration of Saudi Passports through its official account, to completely end the controversy over the misleading information that has spread recently.
In its official response on social media platforms, the Passport Department confirmed that “you must leave the Kingdom before the expiration of the visa validity, even just one second.” This decisive clarification came in response to many inquiries from citizens and residents, and the Passport Department thanked everyone for adhering to the instructions that preserve the rights of all parties.
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Extension: Limited window via Absher
For those who wish to stay for a longer period, the competent authorities have provided the service of extending the family visit visa electronically through the “Absher” platform, but within a specific period. The application can be submitted starting from 7 days before the expiry date of the original visa, and up to the third day from the expiry date as a maximum.
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Maximum stay: 270 days only
The extensions come with a basic condition: that the combined periods do not exceed a maximum of 270 days from the day of first entry into the Kingdom. The extension period must also be identical to the original visa period.
How to apply electronically
- Login to the resident’s personal account on the “Absher” platform.
- Select “Services” under the “Family Members” tab.
- Click on the “Extend Family Visit Visa” icon.
- Fill out the required data accurately and attach the documents.
- Pay the prescribed fees electronically.
- Review the data and submit the application.
The responsible authorities warned of the consequences of delaying departure or not starting the extension procedures within the regular time, stressing that this exposes the host and visitor to legal penalties and financial fines. She stressed that the only regular way to stay is to extend through Absher or adhere to the legal time to leave.
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