The General Directorate of Passports (Absher) has introduced a convenient e-service for Saudi citizens to apply for new passports. This service allows individuals to request the delivery of their documents through Saudi Post, eliminating the need for a visit to the General Directorate of Passports offices.

Here are the steps to apply for the issuance of a new passport:

1. Log in to the Absher Portal.
2. Select “Citizens” from the homepage.
3. Choose “passport services” from the list of e-services.
4. Select the desired service.
5. Submit the request.
6. Upon submission, you will receive a transaction number for reference.

This service is accessible in both Arabic and English, and individuals can utilize mobile apps, the online portal, or visit service centers to apply for their passports.

New Passport fee October 2023

As of October 2023, the service fee for obtaining a new passport is 300 Saudi Riyals, as per the official website.