Saudi Expat Dependent Fee & Iqama Calculator
Calculate official expatriate family dependent fees (SAR 400/month per companion), Jawazat residency fees (SAR 650/year), and Ministry of Human Resources Qiwa work permit financial levies (المقابل المالي) for 3, 6, 9, or 12-month renewal tranches.
Featuring employer vs. employee statutory liability splits under Article 40(1) of the Saudi Labor Law, and CCHI compulsory health insurance cost estimations. Client-side, instantaneous, and private.
Legal Distribution of Expatriate Fees in Saudi Arabia
Expatriate financial obligations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are governed by Royal Decrees, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) ministerial regulations, and the Saudi Labor Law (Royal Decree No. M/51). Under Article 40(1), clear legal distinctions are established between corporate and personal fees:
| Fee Head | Statutory Rate | Legal Payor (Article 40) | Government Collection Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expat Dependent Fee (رسوم المرافقين) | SAR 400 / month per person | Expatriate Employee | SADAD / Jawazat (MOI) |
| Qiwa Work Permit Levy (المقابل المالي) | SAR 8,400 to SAR 9,600 / year | Employer / Sponsor | Qiwa / Ministry of HR |
| Jawazat Iqama Issuance & Renewal | SAR 650 / year | Employer / Sponsor | SADAD / Absher Business |
| Employee Health Insurance | Mandatory CCHI Policy | Employer / Sponsor | Private Health Insurers |
| Dependent Health Insurance | Mandatory CCHI Policy | Expatriate Employee | Private Health Insurers |
Quarterly & Fractional Renewal Guidelines
Under the modernized Qiwa and Absher Business fractional licensing mechanisms:
- Cash Flow Flexibility: Sponsors may issue work permits and renew Iqamas in 3-month, 6-month, 9-month, or 12-month increments.
- Proportional Dependent Payment: Expatriates renewing on a quarterly schedule pay dependent levies only for the renewed period (e.g. SAR 1,200 for 3 months per dependent) rather than the full annual lump sum upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact monthly fee for dependents in Saudi Arabia?
The official dependent fee is fixed at SAR 400 per month (SAR 4,800 annually) for every dependent (spouse, children under sponsorship, or parents) registered under the expat worker's Iqama.
Who is legally required to pay the Work Permit Levy (المقابل المالي)?
According to Article 40(1) of the Saudi Labor Law, the employer is legally responsible for fees related to recruitment, residency (Iqama), work permit (Maktab Amal / Qiwa levy), and contract renewal. Dependent fees, however, are personal and are paid by the employee.
Can an expat renew their Iqama for only 3 or 6 months?
Yes. Under the fractional renewal service launched by Qiwa and Absher, companies and expats can renew residency and work permits for 3, 6, 9, or 12 months, paying proportional fees instead of a full year at once.
What is the standard Maktab Amal financial levy for private companies?
If expatriate employees exceed Saudi employees in the commercial entity, the levy is SAR 800 per month (SAR 9,600 per year). If Saudi employees equal or exceed expatriate employees, the reduced rate of SAR 700 per month (SAR 8,400 per year) applies.
Are newborn babies in Saudi Arabia subject to dependent fees?
Yes. Dependent fees for a newborn child are calculated retroactively from the date of birth up to the expiry date of the father's current Iqama and must be paid before the child's Iqama can be issued by Jawazat.
📊 Saudi Statutory Comparative Breakdown Matrix (جدول المستحقات النظامية)
| Statutory Article / Obligation | Calculated Value |
|---|---|
| Primary Settlement / Net Amount | 0.00 SAR |