Check Iqama Through the MOI Portal
The Ministry of Interior (MOI) portal is the go-to option for checking your Iqama without needing a personal account, and it works in English. This guide focuses on the MOI method specifically — exactly which service to use on moi.gov.sa, what details you need, and how to handle the verification step that trips people up.
To check your Iqama via MOI, go to moi.gov.sa, switch to English, open the E-Services and Passports (Jawazat) section, choose the Iqama query service, and enter your Iqama number with the verification code. It does not require a personal Absher login, which makes it ideal for workers whose account is managed by their employer.
Checking via the MOI portal, step by step
The MOI portal hosts official passport and residency inquiry services. Here is how to use it to check your Iqama.
Via MOI (Ministry of Interior)
MOI (Ministry of Interior) is the Ministry of Interior e-services portal.
- Open the MOI e-services portal at moi.gov.sa.
- Switch the language to English from the top menu if needed.
- Go to 'E-Services' and then the 'Passports' (Jawazat) services.
- Choose the query service, enter your Iqama number and the verification code, then submit.
When the MOI method is the right choice
The MOI portal shines when you want a straightforward validity check and you either do not have, or do not want to log into, a personal Absher account. It is public-facing, works in English, and only asks for your Iqama number and a verification code.
If you need labor-specific information such as a Huroob report, the Qiwa service is better suited. But for confirming your Iqama is valid and seeing the expiry date, MOI is direct and reliable.
Common MOI portal issues
'No information found'
Re-enter your Iqama number carefully with no spaces. If it is brand new, the record may not be active yet — try the Muqeem or border-number route.
The verification code keeps failing
Refresh the captcha for a clearer code and enter it exactly. These codes are case- and character-sensitive.
Everything is in Arabic
Look for the English / EN toggle, usually near the top of the page, before entering your details.
Is your Iqama about to expire?
Find out exactly how much renewal costs and what steps to follow before the expiry date.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MOI check as accurate as Absher?
Yes — it draws on the same official records. The difference is that Absher offers more services, not better accuracy for a simple validity check.
Do I need an account for the MOI portal?
No. The inquiry service is public and needs only your Iqama number and the verification code.
Can I use MOI from abroad?
Yes, the portal works from outside Saudi Arabia. See our guide on checking from outside the country.
Can I check this for free?
Yes. Checking your status through the official government portals is free of charge. You only pay when you carry out a paid transaction such as a renewal.
Do I need an Absher account?
Not always. While Absher is the most complete option, several checks also work through the MOI and labor ministry portals without a personal Absher login.
What details do I need?
Usually your Iqama number is enough. Some portals also let you search using your passport number, border number, date of birth or other details.