Hi everyone, I am a newcomer. Could anybody do me a favor by answering the following question? I have asked many local people but no definite answer was obtained.
My name is Liu Chao and I am from Beijing, China. My company is an engineering company specializing in the design and construction of nonferrous metal industry, it has set up a branch company based in Riyadh, KSA not long ago, and I was pointed the GM of this branch company. Having got my working visa, I arrived in KSA ten days ago, and I understand I must apply for Iqama as soon as possible. I find a local Arabian as my agent, with his assistance I have prepared necessary documents (photos, medical report, Gosi certificate, medical insurance, etc), he told me because I am GM of the branch company, my Iqama should be issued by SAGIA rather than Passport Department. However, in order to make an appointment with officials of SAGIA, I have to wait at least one month. Is what he said correct? I asked many other friends, most of them said once you prepare you documents, you could just go to Passport Department to get your Iqama, there is no business with SAGIA.
Can anybody help me to clarify the matter? You kind assistance would be greatly appreciated.