Saudi Muqeem Arrival Registration Rules 2026: 72-Hour Online Portal Guide
All international passengers flying to Saudi Arabiaโwhether on a new work visa, resident Iqama, family visit, or tourist visaโmust complete their Arrival Registration on the Muqeem portal (muqeem.sa) within 72 hours before flight departure. Present your printed confirmation sheet at the airline check-in counter to obtain your boarding pass.
1. What is Muqeem Registration & Who Must Register?
The Muqeem portal tracks incoming passenger manifests, linking visa and passport data with General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) border control systems. Registration is mandatory for all inbound travelers.
2. Step-by-Step Registration on Muqeem.sa
- Access the Portal: Open
muqeem.sa/#/visa-registration/guest. - Select Category: Choose 'Vaccinated Resident', 'Unvaccinated Resident', 'Vaccinated Visitor', or 'Employment Visa'.
- Input Visa / Passport Details: Enter your visa number, passport number, and nationality.
- Input Flight Data: Select arrival airport (Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Madinah), airline, and flight number.
- Print Confirmation: Download the PDF certificate with the official QR verification code.
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โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Muqeem Arrival Registration and who is required to register? โผ
The Muqeem Arrival Registration (muqeem.sa) is the official electronic arrival registration system managed by Elm and the Saudi Ministry of Interior. All arriving visitors, new work visa holders, and resident Iqama holders must register their travel and visa details before boarding flights to Saudi Arabia.
2. When should travelers complete their Muqeem registration? โผ
Muqeem registration must be completed online within 72 hours prior to your flight departure date and time. Registrations completed earlier than 72 hours will expire.
3. Do airlines check Muqeem registration before issuing boarding passes? โผ
Yes. Airline check-in agents in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet are legally required to verify your printed Muqeem registration confirmation sheet or mobile QR code before tagging your checked bags and issuing boarding passes.