Saudi Arabia is moving rapidly to digitize its immigration and border control systems, announcing the launch of a new Self-Deportation Platform and an artificial intelligence-driven Smart Track system designed to speed up passenger processing at airports and other entry points.
The initiatives were unveiled by Maj. Gen. Saleh Al-Murabba, Acting Director General of Passports, during the Digital Government Forum 2025 in Riyadh. The measures, he said, reflect the Kingdom’s broader push to modernize its administrative operations and harness AI technologies for greater efficiency and security.
The Self-Deportation Platform will allow individuals residing illegally in the country to finalize their departure procedures online without the need for in-person visits to immigration offices. Once technical and security testing is complete, users will be able to submit documentation, verify their identities, and receive authorization to exit the country through a fully automated system.