News briefing · 6 October 2026
Saudi authorities announced coordinated entry procedures for qualifying skilled expatriate workers and their families, according to a ministry announcement reported by Argaam on 6 October.
The arrangements involve the interior, foreign affairs and human resources ministries. The report describes applications for spouses, children under 25 and unmarried daughters alongside work-visa procedures.
Entry and subsequent residency remain subject to applicable requirements. The announcement describes an administrative process; it does not establish that every worker or family member automatically qualifies without the required application and checks.
Source: Argaam. Reporting date: 2026-10-06.
