China News Service, September 27. According to the website of the Chinese Consulate General in Jeddah, recently, the Saudi Ministry of Interior has continued to increase its crackdown on those who violate the Saudi residence law, labor law and border law, and arrested illegal residents and workers. , fines, deportation and other penalties, and those who facilitate any violation of residence, work laws, etc., are subject to imprisonment for up to 15 years and a fine of up to 1 million riyals.

　　The Consulate General in Jeddah hereby reminds Chinese citizens in the consular area to strictly abide by the relevant local regulations on residence and work to avoid unnecessary trouble:

　　1. Pay attention to apply for a legal residence certificate (visa) in time with the General Administration of Passports of Saudi Arabia and other departments, and be sure to bring a valid ID card when going out and cooperate with the law enforcement inspection of the government department of Saudi Arabia;

　　2. Migrant workers in Saudi Arabia must engage in work that matches the type of visa.

It is necessary to sign a formal labor service contract with a formal labor service agency through legal channels, and agree on contract elements such as wages, working hours, construction period, living treatment and related expenses, so as to protect their legitimate rights and interests in accordance with the law in case of disputes;

　　3. Don't listen to the verbal agreements and promises of "acquaintances" and black intermediaries, and rashly come to Shasha to work in order to avoid being deceived;

　　4. Properly keep contracts and certificates and pay attention to personal and property safety.

　　If your personal safety is in danger, please seek help from the local police and contact the Chinese Consulate General in Jeddah.

　　contact details

　　Saudi police call: 999

　　Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (24 hours): +86-10-12308/ +86-10-59913991

　　Consular Protection and Assistance Tel of Consulate General in Jeddah: +966508399809