Absher service in Saudi Arabia is designed to improve various services with the Saudi government. With its help, you can easily make bank transfers, pay bills, and pay for various services. If you want to get a refund from Absher in the case of your unused Iqama balance or any other transaction, then our guide is for you today. Here we will tell you the complete method of refunding money from Absher, with the help of which you will be able to get a refund within 3 days.
Refund Money From Al Rajhi Bank
If you have paid a fee through Absher, such as the Exit Reentry Visa fee, and you want to get it back, here is the process through Al Rajhi Bank:
- If you do not have the Al Rajhi Bank mobile app, download it from the Play Store or App Store.
- Log in to your Al Rajhi Bank online banking account by entering your user password.
- Select the Government Payments option from the app’s main menu and then select Alien Control.
Enter the following details:
- Select Exit Reentry Visa and the transaction type Refund. Now you need to enter your Iqama number. After entering all the information, click on the Confirm button.
After this process, your money will be refunded to your account within 3 days.
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Refund Money from Saudi National Bank
SNB (Saudi British Bank) is a famous bank in Saudi Arabia and its online banking system is also user-friendly. If you want to make a refund from SNB Bank, follow the steps given below and get your money refunded.
- If you do not have the SNB Bank mobile app, download it from the Play Store or App Store.
- Log in to your SNB Bank online banking account by entering your user password.
- Select the SADAD option from the app’s main menu and then select Government Payments.
- After this process, you will see the Refund option, click on it.
Enter the following details:
Select the Biller and Service Issue Exit Reentry Visa. Select the Unregistered option and enter your Iqama number. After entering all the information correctly, click on the Proceed button. After this process, your money will be returned to your account within 3 days.
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Refund Money from National Commercial Bank
NCB (National Commercial Bank) is a famous bank in Saudi Arabia and its online banking system is also user-friendly. If you want to make a refund from NCB Bank, follow the steps given below and get your money refunded.
- If you do not have the NCB Bank mobile app, download it from the Play Store or App Store.
- Log in to your NCB Bank online banking account by entering your user password.
- Select the SADAD option from the app’s main menu and then select Government Payments.
- After this process, you will see the Refund option, click on it.
Enter the following details:
Select the Biller and Service Issue Exit Reentry Visa. Select the Unregistered option and enter your Iqama number. After entering all the information correctly, click on the Proceed button. After this process, your money will be returned to your account within 3 days.
Absher Refund Eligibility and Requirements in 2025
| Category | Eligible | Not Eligible | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expats | Valid work permit | Illegal employment, no sponsor | Valid Iqama, sponsor, compliance. |
| Dependents | Family of valid residents | Non-family members | Sponsor’s Iqama, proof of relationship. |
| Expired Residency | Must renew within the grace period | Overdue renewal beyond the grace period | Pay fines, and submit renewal. |
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FAQs
If you have paid the visa fee through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the application is not approved or rejected, the fee will be automatically refunded after 14 days.
To refund payments made through SADAD, you must contact the relevant institution where you made the payment.
Log in to your Absher account and select Electronic Services. Click on Inquiries after My Services after that Click on Query Available Funds in General Services. Here you can see the available funds related to your Iqama, passport, or driving license.
If you have paid dependent fees and your dependents have left Saudi Arabia, you can get a refund of these fees.
