Saudi Muqeem Arrival Card: Pakistan Guide
Step-by-step tutorial for Pakistani Umrah pilgrims, tourist visa holders, and visit visa travelers completing the mandatory Muqeem Arrival Registration. Learn filing rules, portal steps, and airport clearance at Jeddah, Madinah, and Riyadh.
- Mandatory Pre-Flight Registration: All foreign travelers entering the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on tourist, Umrah, business, or family visit visas must register on the Muqeem portal.
- Strict Airline Enforcement: PIA, Saudia, flynas, SereneAir, and Gulf carriers will deny boarding at Pakistani airports without a valid Muqeem registration confirmation slip.
- Timing Window: Must be submitted within 72 hours prior to flight departure.
- Zero Fee Requirement: The official Muqeem guest registration is free for arriving visitors.
- Vaccination & Visa Linkage: Automatically cross-references your Saudi visa number, passport details, and travel health status.
1. What is the Saudi Muqeem Arrival Registration?
The Muqeem Arrival Registration (Bawabat Muqeem) is an official border and public health entry system mandated by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and the Ministry of Interior of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
It serves as the digital disembarkation registration for all foreign guests arriving in Saudi Arabia across all international airports, including Jeddah (JED - King Abdulaziz International Airport), Madinah (MED - Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport), Riyadh (RUH - King Khalid International Airport), and Dammam (DMM).
Consular Notice: AMG Visa is an independent visa consultancy located in Islamabad and is not an agency of the Government of Saudi Arabia. Muqeem registrations are managed directly on the official portal (`muqeem.sa`).
2. Who Must Register on Muqeem?
Every Pakistani national entering Saudi Arabia under any of the following visa categories must register: 1. Umrah Visa Holders (issued via approved Umrah operators or Nusuk). 2. Saudi Tourist Visa Holders (eVisa or consular visa). 3. Family Visit Visa & Personal Visit Visa Holders. 4. Commercial / Business Visa Holders. 5. Work Visa Holders (First Entry).
Exemptions: Saudi citizens and established Iqama resident holders who have already linked their residency status through Absher.
3. The 72-Hour Submission Window
You must complete your Muqeem registration within 72 hours before your scheduled flight departure time. - If you register earlier than 72 hours, the system will not permit flight dates beyond the 3-day threshold. - If you fail to register, your airline in Pakistan (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Multan) will not issue your boarding pass.
4. Step-by-Step Muqeem Registration Procedure
Step 1: Access the Official Muqeem Portal
Navigate to `muqeem.sa/#/visa-registration/guest`. Do not use paid third-party proxy sites.
Step 2: Select Your Visitor Category
Choose the appropriate registration stream: - Vaccinated Visitor: Travelers with recognized vaccination records. - Unvaccinated Visitor: Travelers who do not meet the full vaccination booster criteria. - Treatment / Medical Visitor: Patients traveling for specialized healthcare.
Step 3: Enter Visa & Passport Particulars
- Visa Number: Enter the 10-digit Saudi visa number printed on your electronic visa document.
- Passport Number: Enter your Pakistani passport number exactly as printed.
- Click "Verify" — the system will automatically query the Saudi MOFA database and fetch your full name, nationality, and visa validity!
Step 4: Travel & Flight Information
- Arrival Date and Scheduled Time
- Port of Entry: Select your arrival airport (Jeddah, Madinah, Riyadh, Dammam, etc.)
- Arriving Flight Number (e.g., SV723, PK759, XY318)
- Airline Company Name
Step 5: Submission and Registration Slip Download
Click Submit. The system generates a registration confirmation document containing: - Unique Registration Number - Traveler Full Name and Nationality - QR Code for border verification - Flight and Port Details
Print at least two paper copies of this registration slip. Keep one with your passport and one in your hand luggage.
5. Arrival Formalities at Jeddah and Madinah Airports
Upon landing in Saudi Arabia: 1. Proceed through the dedicated international or Umrah arrival terminals. 2. Present your passport, printed visa, and Muqeem confirmation slip at the Jawazat (Passport Control) counter. 3. Provide your biometric finger scans and iris photo. 4. The Jawazat officer will stamp your passport and write your 10-digit Border Number (Raqam Al-Hudood) on the visa page. Keep this number safe, as it is needed to activate local mobile SIM cards and register on the Nusuk app for Rawdah appointments.
How to get a Saudi Arabia tourist or Umrah visa from Pakistan?
Pakistani travelers with a valid, used US, UK, or Schengen visa qualify for an instant Saudi 1-year multiple-entry tourist eVisa online. Standard applicants require a Tourist Visa through Tasheer visa centers in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, or Peshawar, requiring a 6-month bank statement (PKR 750,000+), return flights, and insurance. Fee is approx. $130 USD.
| Instant eVisa Eligibility | Valid US, UK, or Schengen used visa holders or GCC residents |
| Standard Application Center | Tasheer Center (Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar) |
| Application Fee | Approx. $130 USD inclusive of comprehensive medical coverage |
| Stay Duration | Up to 90 days per visit (1-Year Multiple Entry) |
| Umrah Rights | Tourist visa holders can perform Umrah year-round (except Hajj) |
Independent Consultancy Notice: AMG Visa is an independent travel and consular advisory firm. All statutory government visa fees are paid directly to diplomatic missions or designated biometric centers.
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Quick answers regarding this guide, embassy policy interpretations, and case representation.
Yes. The Muqeem arrival registration for foreign visitors on muqeem.sa is completely free of charge. No government fee is levied.
Yes. Approved travel agencies or family members can complete the registration on muqeem.sa as long as they have your visa number, passport details, and confirmed flight information.
Airline check-in staff at Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi airports will not allow you to board without the Muqeem printout. You will have to urgently complete the registration on your phone at the airport before check-in closes.
The Jawazat officer writes a 10-digit Border Number on your passport upon arrival. This number is your temporary identification in Saudi Arabia and is required to book Rawdah appointments on the Nusuk app and purchase local Saudi SIM cards.
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