The University’s holiday will be from Sunday, April 23 to Thursday, April 27, 2023 (both dates inclusive), with The KAUST School break starting on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. To assist with your travel planning or staycation at KAUST, Government Affairs, Community Life, HR, Graduate Affairs and IT offer the following support:
Government requests before the Eid Break
Due to the closure of government agencies for Eid Al-Fitr, please submit all requests and visa applications to Government Affairs before 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 9, 2023. For more information, refer to The LENS.
Travel requirement reminders
If you plan to travel, please ensure that exit/re-entry visas, iqama and current passport details are valid and correct. Further reminders can be found on The LENS.
Travel promotions
Paxes, the new self-booking platform from Kanoo, offers exclusive airfares and hotel deals, plus 24/7 support.
Airline promotions, hotel offers and car hire discounts are available for the KAUST community (see the websites for eligibility).
Travel safety
As you plan your travel, this important IT information to help keep you safe and secure.
Protect your home and belongings with this checklist of simple actions, including how to nominate a caretaker for your KAUST residence.
Eid Al-Fitr at KAUST
Coming soon – Don’t miss out on Eid offers and restaurant specials.
Keep an eye on the Community Life website for Eid celebrations and other activities during the holiday.
Further Eid Al-Fitr information will be communicated before the holiday.
Important contacts
Government Affairs – ga@kaust.edu.sa (On-call number, 24/7, 054 470 1111)
Graduate Affairs – 012 808 3412 or schelpdesk@kaust.edu.sa.
Human Resources – 012 808 2055 or email HRHelpdesk@kaust.edu.sa.
(HR emergency out of hours – 054 470 0277) For an on-campus emergency, please call 911 from a landline or 012 808 0911 from a mobile phone.
