List of Technical Professions That Require SCE Registration for Iqama Renewal

Register with the SCE for Iqama renewal if you fall under technical professions like Architect, Surveyor, Technician, Draughtsman, or Maintenance Technician in Saudi Arabia.

Registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) is mandatory for those who are under one of the professions mentioned below (Iqama Profession). More technical professions are on the way.

The following professions in Iqama are linked with the Saudi Council of Engineers and require registration with SCE for Iqama renewal:

Building SurveyorGeneral DraughtsmanDigital aerial survey Technician
Road SurveyorDraughtsmanSurveyor and Field Investigator
SurveyorCartographerDigital Aerial Scanning Equipment Operator
Architectural DraughtsmanBuilding Technician /Building SupervisorCartography First Supervisor
General SurveyorRoad Technician /Road SupervisorMarine mapping technician
Mine SurveyorQuantity SurveyorQuantity Surveyor
Photographic surveyorSoil Mechanics Laboratory TechnicianElectrical Draftsman
Architectural Model MakerStructural Materials Lab TechnicianMechanical Draftsman
Construction Draughtsman / BuildingsAssociate SurveyorElectrical Designs draftsman
Structural Draughtsman / RoadsDigital mapping technicianPower plants – installation Technician
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These are just a few of the many professions tied to SCE registration for expatriates working in technical fields. It is crucial for individuals holding these Iqama professions to ensure their registration is up-to-date to avoid any complications during the Iqama renewal process. Read: How to Renew Your SCE Registration

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