Conditions for a Saudi man marrying a foreign resident (2026)
Marriage between a Saudi man and a foreign woman residing in the Kingdom is a common occurrence that requires careful regulation. This situation differs from that of a "born in the Kingdom" in some aspects of the application process, with greater emphasis placed on kinship ties or logical reasons for the marriage. At Abu Sultan Office , we offer our expertise to facilitate this process.
Requirements for resident marriage in 2026:
- Legal residency: The wife’s residency must be valid and not expired.
- Salary verification: Submit a salary certificate for the spouse (or guarantor in certain cases) authenticated by the Chamber of Commerce.
- Proof of residence: A title deed or a notarized lease agreement registered with "Ejar" within the Makkah region.
- Medical examination: The result of a test to be free from genetic and infectious diseases through accredited hospitals.
Steps for submitting a transaction in the Emirate of Makkah:
The process begins with drafting a professional marriage application for the emirate , followed by online submission via "Absher" or paper review. Our role as a marriage permit processing office focuses on:
- Review the documents and ensure they comply with the Ministry of Interior's requirements for 2026.
- Follow up on the transfer of the transaction from the police to the emirate and respond to any technical comments.
- Facilitating the process of inquiring about a marriage permit until the final issuance number is issued.
After approval is granted:
After receiving the permit, we will assist you in the procedures for documenting the contract with the competent court, to ensure the completion of all legal procedures that enable you to update your marital status in the civil registry with ease.
Frequently asked questions:
- Q: Is a family relationship required for a resident to marry?
- A: A family relationship is preferred, but if there is no family relationship, the focus is on meeting the age, salary and housing requirements.
- Q: Can a wife's visit be converted into a residence permit after marriage?
- A: After the permit is issued and the contract is documented, procedures can begin to amend the legal status of the wife in accordance with the applicable regulations.
