By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services · Last updated
Summary
A Muqeem visa check lets you confirm whether a Saudi exit re-entry, final exit or visit visa is valid, using the Muqeem Visa Validity service at vv.muqeem.sa. You enter an Iqama or visa number plus one matching detail, such as your passport number. This guide covers the step by step check, the no-login question, Iqama expiry checks, current fees, employer Muqeem services and common errors.
What Is Muqeem? The Muqeem Portal Explained
Muqeem is the Saudi government e-services platform that lets companies manage their foreign employees’ passport and residency transactions online. It is run by Elm under the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat).
There are two sides to Muqeem:
- Muqeem for establishments: a paid, login-based portal where HR and PRO teams renew Iqamas, issue exit re-entry and final exit visas, transfer employees and print Muqeem reports
- Muqeem Visa Validity: a separate service anyone can use to verify a visa’s status and expiry
Individuals manage their own Iqama through Absher, not through a personal Muqeem account. So when people search “Muqeem individual login”, what they usually need is either the Visa Validity check or Absher.
Muqeem Visa Validity Check Online: Step by Step
The official service is at vv.muqeem.sa. The older link, muqeem.sa/#/visa-validity/check, is still widely shared; if it does not load, go straight to vv.muqeem.sa.
- Open the Visa Validity page on vv.muqeem.sa from a trusted browser.
- Choose the visa type: exit re-entry (for Iqama holders) or visit visa.
- Select how to search: Iqama number or visa number for residents, or border number for visitors.
- Enter one matching detail to confirm identity, such as passport number, date of birth, name or visa expiry date.
- Complete the security check and click Check.
- Read the result. You will see the visa type, visa number, duration, issue date, expiry date and whether it is valid, used or expired.
You can take a screenshot or print the result for your employer, airline or travel agent. The check itself is free.
Muqeem Visa Validity Check Without Login: Does It Still Work?
For years, the Muqeem visa validity check worked without any login, and that is why “muqeem visa validity check without login” is one of the most searched phrases. Gulf News described it as a no-login service.
In 2026, some users report being asked to register a free account and confirm it by email before they can check. If that happens to you:
- Register with your email on the Visa Validity page and activate the link sent to you
- Or log in to Absher and check your own visa under passport inquiries
- Or ask your employer’s PRO to check through the company Muqeem account
Avoid third-party websites that ask for your Iqama and passport number to “check for you”. Use only the official .sa domains.
Muqeem Exit Re-Entry Visa Check
Most searches come from residents who are travelling or are already outside the Kingdom. The Muqeem exit re-entry visa check shows:
- Whether the visa is single or multiple
- The issue date and the “return before” date
- Whether the visa has been used, cancelled or expired
Two rules catch many travellers. First, you must leave Saudi Arabia within the travel window after issue. Second, you must return before the visa expires. If it expires while you are abroad, your employer may be able to extend it through Muqeem, at a higher fee. If it expires and is not extended, you may face a re-entry ban.
Muqeem Visa Check by Passport Number
You cannot search Muqeem with a passport number alone. Your Iqama number, visa number or border number is the main key, and the passport number is the cross-check. If you have lost your Iqama number, you can find it on your Iqama card, in Absher, on your employer’s records or on an old visa printout.
For visit visas applied through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, check the application on the MOFA visa portal with your application number and passport number.
Muqeem Iqama Check and Iqama Expiry Check
The Visa Validity tool checks visas, not Iqamas. For an Iqama expiry check:
- Individuals: log in to Absher and open your Iqama details, which show the expiry date in Hijri and Gregorian
- Employers: view every employee’s Iqama status in the Muqeem dashboard and set expiry alerts
- Muqeem report: employers can print a Muqeem report for each employee, which banks and government offices often ask for
If your Iqama is close to expiry, the exit re-entry check may still show a valid visa, but you cannot travel if the Iqama does not cover the trip. Exit re-entry visas are only issued within your Iqama’s validity.
Final Exit Visa Check on Muqeem
The same Visa Validity service also verifies final exit visas. After a final exit visa is issued, the worker must leave within the stated period, usually 60 days. If they do not leave, the employer must cancel the visa before it expires, or the worker may be recorded as an overstayer. Check the final exit status before you book a ticket, and keep a printout for the airport.
Checking a Saudi Visa from Bangladesh, India or Pakistan
Many searches come from families and recruitment agents in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan who want to confirm a worker’s visa before travel. The Muqeem check works from any country. You only need the worker’s Iqama or visa number and one matching detail such as the passport number. If a new work visa was issued through a recruitment agency, the agency or the Saudi employer can also confirm it through MOFA or Muqeem. Never pay an agent just to “check” a visa, because the official check is free.
Saudi Visit Visa Status Check
Visit visa holders, including family visit visas, check status on the Visa Validity page with their border number. The border number is on the entry stamp or in the visa record. Overstaying a visit visa leads to fines and possible deportation, so check the expiry before you plan your exit date.
Exit Re-Entry Visa and Iqama Renewal Fees in Saudi Arabia
| Service | Fee (SAR) |
|---|---|
| Single exit re-entry visa, up to 2 months | 200, plus 100 per extra month |
| Multiple exit re-entry visa, up to 3 months | 500, plus 200 per extra month |
| Single visa extension while outside Saudi Arabia | 200 per month |
| Multiple visa extension while outside Saudi Arabia | 400 per month |
| Iqama issue or renewal (most private sector jobs) | About 650 per year |
| Dependent fee | 400 per dependent per month |
| Late Iqama renewal fine | 500 first time, 1,000 second time |
The exit re-entry fees follow Jawazat rules as reported by Gulf News. The Iqama, dependent and fine figures are commonly reported amounts, so confirm the exact charge in Absher before paying. Employers also pay the monthly expat levy, which depends on the company’s Saudization ratio. Cancelled exit re-entry visas are not refunded.
Muqeem for Employers: Login, Services and Muqeem Report
If you run a company in Saudi Arabia, Muqeem is where most passport work happens. Key services include:
- Iqama issue and renewal
- Exit re-entry and final exit visas, and extensions
- Passport information updates
- Employee transfer and status changes
- Muqeem reports and expiry alerts
To get access, the company needs an active Commercial Registration, an Absher Business account for the authorised manager and a paid Muqeem subscription. Subscription packages and fees vary by company size.
Planning to hire in the Kingdom? Start with our guide to business setup in Saudi Arabia, check your business license in Saudi Arabia options and budget with our company registration costs in Saudi Arabia guide. Our article on Saudi labour laws for expatriates explains your obligations as a sponsor, and investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia shows where foreign investors are hiring.
Common Muqeem Visa Check Errors and How to Fix Them
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| “No data found” | Wrong number or wrong visa type selected | Recheck the Iqama or visa number and visa type |
| Details do not match | Passport renewed but not updated | Ask your employer to update passport details in Muqeem |
| Login or registration loop | Activation link not confirmed | Check spam, confirm the link, then log in again |
| Expired visa shown after return | Visa used, status not refreshed | Wait 24 to 48 hours or check in Absher |
| Wrong expiry date | Extension not yet synced | Confirm with the employer PRO or Jawazat |
Expert Tip from Adil Ahmad
For companies with more than a handful of expatriate staff, do not rely on employees checking their own visas. Set a monthly Muqeem expiry report, renew Iqamas at least 30 days before expiry and issue multiple exit re-entry visas for staff who travel often. Late renewals cost far more than early ones. Our PRO services team can run this calendar for you. If you are comparing Saudi Arabia with the UAE for your regional base, see our guide to business setup in Dubai, how to start a business in Dubai and UAE residence visa options, where the process is often faster. For labour or visa disputes, our legal services team can advise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I check my Muqeem visa validity?
Go to vv.muqeem.sa, choose the visa type, enter your Iqama or visa number and one matching detail such as your passport number, then click Check.
Can I check Muqeem visa validity without login?
It traditionally worked without login. In 2026, some users are asked to register a free account first. Absher is the alternative.
Can I check my exit re-entry visa from outside Saudi Arabia?
Yes. The Muqeem Visa Validity service works from anywhere with your Iqama or visa number.
Can I check my visa with only my passport number?
No. You need your Iqama, visa or border number. The passport number is used as a cross-check.
How do I check my Iqama expiry date?
Log in to Absher and open your Iqama details, or ask your employer to check in Muqeem.
Is the Muqeem visa check free?
Yes. Checking visa validity is free. Only visa issue, extension and renewal carry fees.
What is a Muqeem report?
It is an official printout of an employee’s residency and passport details, issued by the employer through Muqeem.
What happens if my exit re-entry visa expires while I am abroad?
Ask your employer to extend it through Muqeem at the outside-Kingdom rate. If it is not extended, you may not be able to return on that Iqama.
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