🏛️ Complete Absher Services Guide

Detailed explanation of all Absher platform services with usage steps

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About Absher Platform

Absher is an electronic platform affiliated with the Saudi Ministry of Interior, providing over 200 government e-services for citizens and residents in Saudi Arabia.

✨ Absher Platform Features:
  • 200+ Services: Including Civil Affairs, Passports, Traffic, and Public Security services
  • 24/7 Available: Access services anytime from anywhere
  • Secure: High protection for data and personal information
  • Easy to Use: Simple and user-friendly interface
  • Free: All e-services are free (except government fees)

📝 How to Register in Absher

Registration Requirements:
  • National ID number (for citizens) or Iqama number (for residents)
  • Mobile number registered in Absher system
  • Active email address
Registration Steps:
  1. Visit Absher website: Go to www.absher.sa
  2. Click "New User": From the homepage
  3. Select ID type: Citizen or Resident
  4. Enter required data:
    • ID or Iqama number
    • Date of birth (Hijri)
    • Mobile number
  5. Verify mobile number: You'll receive an SMS with verification code
  6. Enter verification code: Enter the code received in the SMS
  7. Create password: Choose a strong password
  8. Enter email address: For communication and account recovery
  9. Accept terms: Read and accept terms and conditions
  10. Registration complete: You can now login and use services

📋 Service Categories

👥 Civil Affairs Services

📄 Issue Birth Certificate

Description: Issue electronic birth certificate for newborns

Requirements:
  • Father's civil registration number
  • Mother's civil registration number
  • Birth report from hospital
Usage Steps:
  1. Login to your Absher account
  2. Select "My Services" from main menu
  3. Go to "Civil Affairs"
  4. Click on "Issue Birth Certificate"
  5. Enter newborn data (name, date of birth)
  6. Attach birth report from hospital
  7. Review data and confirm request
  8. Certificate will be issued instantly and can be printed
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Card

Description: Inquire and print family card

Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Civil Affairs"
  3. Click on "Family Card"
  4. All registered family members will appear
  5. You can print the card or save as PDF
  6. You can add or remove family members from the card
🆔 National ID Card Status

Description: Inquire about national ID issuance or renewal status

Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Civil Affairs"
  3. Click on "ID Status"
  4. Request status will appear (In progress, Ready for pickup, Delivered)
  5. If ready, pickup location information will be displayed
⚰️ Issue Death Certificate

Description: Issue electronic death certificate

Requirements:
  • Deceased's civil registration number
  • Death report from hospital or authorized entity
Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Civil Affairs"
  3. Click on "Issue Death Certificate"
  4. Enter deceased data
  5. Attach death report
  6. Review and confirm request
  7. Certificate will be issued and can be printed

✈️ Passport Services

📘 Passport Issuance

Description: Request new passport issuance or renewal of expired passport

Requirements:
  • Personal photo with white background
  • Payment of required fees (300 SAR for 5 years, 600 SAR for 10 years)
Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Passports"
  3. Click on "Issue Passport"
  4. Select beneficiary (you or family member)
  5. Choose passport validity (5 or 10 years)
  6. Upload personal photo
  7. Review data and fees
  8. Pay fees via Sadad system
  9. Submit request
  10. You'll receive message with passport pickup appointment
🆔 Iqama Services (For Residents)

Description: Inquire about and renew Iqama

Iqama Inquiry Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Passports"
  3. Click on "Iqama Inquiry"
  4. Iqama data will appear:
    • Issue date
    • Expiry date
    • Profession
    • Sponsor
    • Status
🌍 Exit Re-entry Visa

Description: Issue exit re-entry visa for residents

Visa Types:
  • Single Trip: For specific duration (1, 2, or 3 months)
  • Multiple Trips: Valid for 3, 6 months, or 1 year
Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Passports"
  3. Click on "Exit Re-entry Visa"
  4. Select beneficiary (if you have dependents)
  5. Choose visa type (single or multiple)
  6. Specify duration
  7. Review fees
  8. Pay fees
  9. Submit request
  10. Visa will be issued instantly and can be printed
🚪 Final Exit Visa

Description: Issue final exit visa for residents

Important Notes:
  • Final exit means permanent Iqama cancellation
  • All obligations must be settled before travel
  • Sponsor must be notified of final exit
Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Passports"
  3. Click on "Final Exit Visa"
  4. Select beneficiary
  5. Review terms and conditions
  6. Confirm request
  7. Pay fees if applicable
  8. Visa will be issued and can be printed

🚗 Traffic Services

🪪 Renew Driving License

Description: Renew expired or soon-to-expire driving license

Requirements:
  • Valid or expired driving license (within 5 years from expiry)
  • No unpaid traffic violations
  • Payment of renewal fees
Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Traffic"
  3. Click on "Renew Driving License"
  4. Your current license data will appear
  5. Choose renewal duration (1, 2, 5, or 10 years)
  6. Review fees
  7. Pay fees
  8. Submit request
  9. License will arrive by mail (or can be collected from traffic office)
Renewal Fees:
  • 1 year: 40 SAR
  • 2 years: 80 SAR
  • 5 years: 200 SAR
  • 10 years: 400 SAR
⚠️ Traffic Violations Inquiry

Description: Inquire and pay traffic violations

Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Traffic"
  3. Click on "Violations Inquiry"
  4. Select inquiry type:
    • Driver violations (on driving license)
    • Vehicle violations (on vehicle plate)
  5. All violations will appear with details:
    • Violation type
    • Date and time
    • Location
    • Fine amount
    • Points deducted (if any)
  6. You can pay violations directly via:
    • Mada card
    • Credit card
    • Sadad system
📋 Vehicle Registration

Description: Renew vehicle registration (Istimara)

Requirements:
  • Valid periodic inspection
  • Valid insurance (comprehensive or third party)
  • No unpaid violations
Usage Steps:
  1. Ensure valid inspection and insurance
  2. Login to Absher
  3. Select "My Services" > "Traffic"
  4. Click on "Renew Vehicle Registration"
  5. Select vehicle to renew
  6. Vehicle, insurance, and inspection data will appear
  7. Review fees
  8. Pay fees
  9. Submit request
  10. Registration will arrive by mail
🔢 Reserve Distinguished Plate

Description: Reserve distinguished plate (special numbers or letters)

Usage Steps:
  1. Login to Absher
  2. Select "My Services" > "Traffic"
  3. Click on "Reserve Distinguished Plate"
  4. Choose plate type:
    • Distinguished plate (special numbers)
    • Private plate (custom letters and numbers)
  5. Search for desired plate
  6. If available, review price
  7. Pay amount
  8. Reserve plate
  9. Visit traffic department to collect plate

📚 Additional Resources

Useful Links:
Mobile Apps:
  • Absher Individuals App: Available on iOS and Android
  • Absher Business App: For establishments and companies
Technical Support: