The money was found hidden inside a box of dates in the accused’s bag. 5000 riyals and 297,000 dollars were found with him.
Riyadh Saudi Arabia, First Published Aug 15, 2022, 11:48 AM IST
Riyadh: An African national who tried to launder 300,000 dollars in black money was arrested in Saudi Arabia. He was caught trying to smuggle money through Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport. The Public Prosecution said he was convicted of money laundering.
The money was found hidden inside a box of dates in the accused’s bag. 5000 riyals and 297,000 dollars were found with him. Officials informed that it has been proved that this was an attempt to launder black money by taking it out of the country and further investigations are being conducted. After completion of the sentence, the accused will be deported. Airport from the country. 60,000 Riyals or other equivalent currency or goods in the possession of persons exiting via port must show documents specifying the source.
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RIYADH: The Passport Directorate (Jawasat) said that those who do not return within the specified period after leaving Saudi Arabia on a re-entry visa are subject to a three-year entry ban, which is calculated according to the Hijra calendar. The entry ban is for three years from the date of expiry of the re-entry visa.
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It is not possible to come back to Saudi Arabia on a new work visa after three years. But the three-year ban does not apply to re-entering the country on a new visa to work for the same old employer. Only the sponsor has to come to the Jawasa at the airport to receive the worker.
Last Updated Aug 15, 2022, 11:50 AM IST
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