Millions of Pakistanis live and work in Saudi Arabia, in cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah and Dammam. Many of them, and many parents back home, look for a rishta that connects a family in Saudi Arabia with a family in Pakistan. My Rishta Pakistan is free to use, and this page explains what is different about a rishta when someone is in the Kingdom.
Who this page is for
It is for Pakistanis who work in Saudi Arabia, for their parents and siblings in Pakistan, and for families in Pakistan who are considering a proposal from someone working in the Kingdom. If you are making a profile for a relative, make sure the person knows about it and agrees.
What families in Saudi Arabia usually need to plan
- Annual leave and travel. Many workers come home only once a year. Families often plan the meeting, engagement and nikah around that visit. Talk about dates early, but never let a short leave period force a decision.
- Family residence. If the couple wants to live together in Saudi Arabia, the rules for bringing a spouse depend on the job, income and category of the worker. Check the current requirements on official Saudi government sources, and ask your employer or a qualified adviser. Do not rely only on what friends remember.
- Contract and job security. It is fair for a family to ask about the type of job, how long the contract lasts and how stable it is. Answer honestly when you are asked.
- Where the family will live. Some families keep the wife in Pakistan with in-laws while the husband works abroad; others prefer to live together in the Kingdom. These are important choices, so discuss them clearly before engagement.
How to search step by step
- Write an honest profile. Include your city in Saudi Arabia, your home city in Pakistan, your education, your job, and what you want in a partner and in married life.
- Use filters and shortlist. Browse by age, city and education, and shortlist a small number of profiles that match your plans.
- Involve parents or elders. Even if you are far away, ask your family to take part from the start. Their support makes the next steps much easier.
- Talk through calls. Use calls and video calls, and keep the conversation respectful. Talk about daily life, work, family responsibilities and where the couple will live.
- Check details quietly. Ask relatives in Pakistan and friends who know the family to confirm what you have been told.
- Meet with family. Arrange meetings with parents or elders present, in a public place or a family home.
- Take your time. Do not accept or refuse in a hurry. A good rishta can wait for a proper decision.
Paperwork and documents
If a nikah takes place in Pakistan and the couple later needs documents in Saudi Arabia, some papers may need verification or attestation. The steps depend on the document, so ask the Pakistani embassy or consulate, a qualified lawyer, or the official Saudi authority. Keep copies in a safe place and do not give originals to someone you only know online.
Safety advice for families in Saudi Arabia
- Do not pay anybody to arrange or confirm a rishta, and do not pay “visa fees” or “ticket money” to someone you have not met through family.
- Do not share OTP codes, bank details or identity papers.
- Be careful with profiles that avoid video calls, change their story, or ask for money for a “problem” or an “emergency”.
- Report any suspicious profile on the site or through the contact page.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use My Rishta Pakistan from Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Registration and browsing are free from anywhere.
Is it better to marry someone in Saudi Arabia or in Pakistan?
That depends on your plans and your family. What matters most is that both people understand and agree on where they will live and how they will manage family responsibilities.
Can a family in Pakistan check a proposal from the Kingdom?
Yes, and they should. Ask for family details, speak to relatives and meet the person’s family when they visit Pakistan.
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