Bank Account with Student Iqama

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Member since 13 September 2012

xubairMember12 January 2013 08:39:49

Is it possible to open a bank account in Saudi on Student Iqama? If yes, what do we need to open it?

Thanks.

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TheLegendLeadsViP12 January 2013 09:18:16

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Negative. Students and other dependent visa holders can't have their own bank accounts.

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Member since 13 September 2012

xubairMember12 January 2013 09:27:16

Thanks Legend. You saved me a trip.

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