Residence Permit / Iqama Fee Calculator

How to Use the Residence Permit / Iqama Fee Calculator

This calculator is made for foreign workers and expats living in GCC countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain.

• Step 1: Select your country and permit type (work, family, domestic worker, student, etc.).
• Step 2: Enter the official base fee per year for your residence permit or iqama.
• Step 3: Enter how many years the permit will cover (for example 1 or 2 years).
• Step 4: Add the number of dependents and the fee per dependent, per year (if applicable).
• Step 5: Add any other costs such as insurance, medical check, biometric fees, or agent/typing service fees.
• Step 6: Click “Calculate Total Cost” to see the total amount and average cost per month.

What Costs Are Usually Included in Residence / Iqama Fees?

Depending on the country and your visa category, the total amount you pay may include:

• Government residence permit or iqama issuance/renewal fee.
• Dependent or family sponsorship fees.
• Health insurance (mandatory in many GCC countries).
• Medical test, biometrics and fingerprint registration.
• Labor levy, work permit, or sponsorship fees.
• Typing center or agent service charges.

This calculator helps you put everything together so you can see the full financial impact over one or more years.

Residence Permit / Iqama Fees – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)