Final Exit from Saudi Arabia: How to Update Your CNIC Country

If you recently left abroad on a final exit, you might be wondering about updating your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card). Your CNIC may have listed your previous country of residence, but now that it has expired, what should you do? This article explains the correct approach and answers frequently asked questions.

What is CNIC?
CNIC stands for Computerized National Identity Card, issued by the official national authority. It is mandatory for all citizens above a certain age and serves as official proof of identity.
Key points:

Required for banking, voting, property transactions, passports, and government services.

Usually valid for 10 years before renewal.

NICOP is the version for citizens living abroad.

Understanding “Country of Stay”
The “country of stay” on your CNIC or NICOP indicates where you currently reside:

Living abroad: Your country of stay should reflect your foreign residence.

Living locally: Please update your country of stay to reflect your current residence.

Why You Should Update CNIC
After a final exit from abroad:

Your foreign residency permit has been permanently canceled.

You are no longer a legal resident of your previous country.

Records should reflect your current residence.

Keeping your previous country as your CNIC country after leaving can lead to:

Inaccurate records.

Potential travel and legal issues.

Problems with banking or government services.
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