What is iqama in SAP PY-KSA - Payroll Kingdom of Saudi Arabia?

SAP Term: iqama

• Component: PY-KSA

• Component Name: Payroll Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

• Description: An identification document that allows expatriate persons to live and work in the following middle eastern countries: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates State of Kuwait An iqama complements a work visa and identifies the holder as a legal resident of the above-mentioned countries.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Iqama is a term used in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to refer to an individual’s residency permit. It is a mandatory document for all foreign nationals living and working in the KSA. The iqama is issued by the Ministry of Interior and is required for all transactions, including opening a bank account, obtaining a driver’s license, and registering for health insurance. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In the SAP PY-KSA Payroll component, the iqama number is used to identify an employee in the system. This number is entered into the system when an employee is hired and must be updated if it changes during their employment. The iqama number is also used to generate reports related to payroll and taxation. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the iqama number entered into the system is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that payroll calculations are accurate and that taxes are paid correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The iqama number is also used in other SAP components such as HR-KSA Human Resources Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and FI-KSA Financial Accounting Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.