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Tips, how-tos and explainers on Iqama, visas, jobs, banking, driving and everyday life in the Kingdom.
Most expats know their Iqama by its expiry date, their photo, and maybe their Iqama number. Far fewer pay close attention to a small line on the card and inside their Absher and Qiwa dashboards labeled "Mehna" — Arabic for profession. In 2026, that field has quietly become one of the most consequential pieces of information tied to your residency status.
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