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Block Visa Processing for Saudi Arabia: Complete Guide
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Updated January 8, 2024
What is Block Visa Processing?
Block visa is a method for Saudi Arabian employers to hire large numbers of workers (typically 50+) efficiently. Instead of processing individual visas, a "block" of visas is approved at once, streamlining the recruitment process.
Who Should Use Block Visa?
Block visa is ideal for:
- •Large construction projects requiring 50+ workers
- •Facility management contracts
- •Manufacturing plants with high labor needs
- •Vision 2030 mega project contractors
- •Seasonal labor requirements
Block Visa Requirements
Employer Requirements:
- •Valid Commercial Registration
- •HRDF/Takamol registration
- •Labor quota availability
- •Musaned registration
- •Letter requesting block visa with justification
Worker Categories Typically Approved:
- •Construction workers (masons, carpenters, steel fixers)
- •Cleaning and maintenance workers
- •Factory workers
- •Helpers and laborers
Block Visa Process Timeline
| Stage | Duration |
|---|
| Block visa application | 2-3 weeks |
| Ministry approval | 1-2 weeks |
| Visa generation | 3-5 days |
| Candidate processing | 3-4 weeks |
| Deployment | 1 week |
| Total | 7-10 weeks |
Benefits of Block Visa
- 1.Cost Efficiency: Lower per-worker visa costs
- 2.Time Savings: Batch processing is faster than individual
- 3.Simplified Coordination: Single approval for multiple workers
- 4.Flexibility: Deploy in phases as per project needs
- 5.Better Planning: Know visa availability in advance
Our Block Visa Services
We handle:
- •Block visa application preparation
- •Coordination with Musaned platform
- •Large-scale candidate sourcing
- •Batch processing of documentation
- •Phased deployment planning
- •On-ground coordination in Saudi Arabia
Minimum Requirements
- •Minimum 50 workers per block (may vary)
- •Single job category preferred
- •Same destination city
- •Same salary structure
Important Considerations
- •Not available for all job categories
- •Requires significant lead time
- •Workers should be for genuine positions
- •Nitaqat/Saudization compliance verified
Contact us to discuss your block visa requirements.
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