Profession change (tagheer mehna) is the official amendment of the profession listed on an expatriate's Iqama. The recorded profession matters because it can affect eligibility for services such as sponsoring family, transferring jobs, and certain license or attestation requirements, so a mismatch with the real job often needs correcting.
The request is normally initiated by the employer through the relevant government platforms and may require supporting documents, qualification attestation, or compliance with quota rules for restricted professions. Some profession changes are straightforward, while others are limited or require additional approvals.
Eligibility, restricted-profession lists, processing routes, and any fees are set by the authorities and can change, so confirm the current requirements for your specific profession before starting the request.