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Filipino Times
4 hours ago
- Filipino Times
Saudi Arabia grants visa holders 30-day grace period to exit the Kingdom
The Saudi General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has started a new initiative allowing all types of expired visit visas to be extended for final departure from the country. This move took effect on June 26, 2025, and gives visa holders 30 days to process their exit. Those affected must first settle any related fees and penalties before they can leave. After that, they can request the extension and finalize their departure procedures. This initiative is open to all individuals with expired visit visas, regardless of the visa's category or purpose. It provides a chance for those who overstayed to regularize their situation without facing legal complications. The extension can be requested online through the 'Tawasul' service on the Ministry of Interior's 'Absher' platform. This digital service allows users to process government-related services without having to visit offices. Jawazat urged all affected individuals to make use of this opportunity before the 30-day deadline expires. No extensions will be granted after the cutoff period. The agency reminded the public that this is a one-time initiative aimed at easing the departure process for those with expired visit visas.
Arab Times
5 hours ago
- Arab Times
Expired Visit Visa Holders Can Now Apply for Extension to Leave Saudi Arabia
RIYADH, June 28: The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has announced the launch of a new initiative allowing the extension of all expired visit visas—regardless of type or category—exclusively to facilitate the final departure from Saudi Arabia. The grace period commenced on 1 Muharram 1447 AH, corresponding to June 26, 2025. Visa holders will be granted 30 days to regularize their status by settling all applicable fees and penalties, enabling them to exit the Kingdom without legal repercussions. This service is available through the 'Tawasul' platform on the Ministry of Interior's 'Absher' electronic system. Jawazat urges all eligible individuals to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity before the deadline expires.
Arab Times
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Qatar Calls On Residents To Report Missile Debris
DOHA, June 28: In the wake of an Iranian missile attack targeting the U.S. air base at Al Udeid, Qatar's Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Interior have issued a joint public safety advisory urging citizens and residents to report any unusual debris or suspicious objects that may be linked to the intercepted missiles. The missile strike, carried out by Iran on Monday, came in retaliation for U.S. airstrikes on multiple Iranian nuclear facilities amid the ongoing 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel. According to U.S. President Donald Trump, Iran launched 14 missiles toward Al Udeid Air Base. Of those, 13 were intercepted, and one was allowed to land without causing damage — a move Trump described as 'a very weak response.' In response to the escalation, Qatar summoned the Iranian ambassador and strongly condemned the missile attack. The Gulf nation reiterated its stance on the importance of regional stability and the protection of civilians. Authorities have cautioned the public against touching or approaching any foreign objects they may come across and urged immediate reporting to relevant authorities. 'These items must be handled exclusively by specialized units, as they may contain hazardous materials posing significant risks to public safety,' the advisory stated. As a gesture of leniency amid the day's chaos, Qatari authorities also announced the cancellation of all traffic fines issued on the day of the missile strike.
Gulf Insider
9 hours ago
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia Grants 30-Day Grace Period To Extend Expired Visit Visas For Final Departure
The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) announced that it started implementing a new initiative allowing the extension of all expired visit visas—regardless of type or designation—for the purpose of final departure from Saudi Arabia. The grace period began on 1 Muharram 1447 AH, corresponding to June 26, 2025 and the visa holders will have 30 days to regularize their status after paying all applicable fees and penalties to facilitate their exit from the Kingdom. The initiative is accessible through the 'Tawasul' service on the Ministry of Interior's 'Absher' electronic platform. Jawazat urged all the concerned beneficiaries to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity before the expiry of the deadline. 7 minutes ago 13 minutes ago 1 day ago
Bangkok Post
12 hours ago
- Business
- Bangkok Post
Alcohol sales easing awaits ministry nod
The committee on alcohol beverage control has acknowledged that the easing of alcohol bans on Buddhist holy days has yet to be extended to ordinary retail shops, pending clarification from the Ministry of Interior. Dr Nipon Chinanonwait, director of the Office of Alcohol Control Committee under the Ministry of Public Health, said the committee has yet to receive a response from the Interior Ministry regarding the definition of "place of business", particularly regarding ordinary shops. He said the committee's previous resolution allowed alcohol sales on five major Buddhist holy days, including Makha Bucha, Visakha Bucha, Asarnha Bucha, as well as at the beginning and end of Buddhist Lent. Since the middle of May, five types of locations can offer alcoholic beverages, namely international airport terminals serving outbound passengers, licensed entertainment venues such as restaurants and pubs, tourist venues in designated tourism zones, legally registered hotels, and venues hosting large national or international events approved by the Ministry of Public Health. Additional venues will be officially permitted to sell alcohol on such days once the Interior Ministry provides its interpretation, he said. "We are waiting for further guidance from the Ministry of Interior," Dr Nipon said. "However, progress is also being made on the new alcohol control bill, which is currently undergoing parliamentary deliberation and is expected to pass next month." He noted that the proposed legislation includes a provision to increase the maximum fine for underage drinking from 20,000 baht to 50,000 baht for individuals under 20 years of age. Dr Nipon added that the bill also seeks to revise the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act 2008 on alcohol sale hours, which generally remain from 11am to 2pm and from 5pm to midnight. The new permissible hours for alcohol sales will be determined by the committee later. Meanwhile, the Royal Gazette has published two announcements from the Prime Minister's Office on easing the restrictions on alcohol sales, effective from June 27. The first announcement revises the regulation on alcohol sale hours to give exceptions for international airport terminals, licensed entertainment venues, and hotels to boost tourism and the economy. The second prohibits the sale and consumption of alcohol in railway stations and on trains. However, an exception has been made for a designated room within Hua Lamphong Station.
