The government of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has extended the validity of visa and Iqama (work permit) for Bangladeshi expatriate workers and professionals until October 31 without any charge to help them return to their workplaces smoothly.

Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Thursday said Bangladeshi expatriates, who got stuck here due to Covid-19 pandemic, will be able to return to their workplaces in Oman from October 1 next.

Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Wednesday urged the Bangladeshi expatriates willing to return to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to "have patience" instead of breaking the discipline.