Complete the official application form, have it stamped, and sign it.
Obtain an approval letter from your sponsor and get it certified by the Chamber of Commerce.
Provide a clear photocopy of your valid Iqama.
Provide a clear photocopy of your passport (main pages).
Your degree/certificate must be certified by the Saudi embassy in your home country and translated into Arabic.
Provide your marriage certificate translated into Arabic by an authorized translator.
Provide birth certificates for all children, translated into Arabic by an authorized translator.
Provide clear photocopies of passports for all family members.
Please check with Istiqdam office for any additional documents specific to your case.
Common reasons for Istiqdam rejections:
- Missing Arabic translations on certificates
- Missing professional certificates (e.g., Saudi Council of Engineers for engineers)
- Incorrect certification or attestation by Saudi embassy
- File format or naming issues
- Incomplete or unclear photocopies
This service helps identify common issues before you visit the office.
What you receive:
- Review of your uploaded documents
- Clear list of issues found (if any)
- Specific instructions on what needs to be fixed before submission
- Response delivered within 24 hours via WhatsApp or Email
Important clarifications:
- No guarantee of visa approval
- Not official government verification
- Based on common Istiqdam requirements and practical experience
Refund available only for technical errors, not rejection outcomes.
Disclaimer: This review helps identify common document issues based on experience.
Final approval decisions are made solely by Saudi authorities.