The External Supervisor must visit KSU once or twice per year to monitor the student’s academic and research progress. The duration of this visit may not be less than five days for each visit. An exception to the rule is applicable only if approved by EJSP permanent committee and upon the General Director’s recommendation. Below are the steps for requesting the External Supervisor’s visit to KSU 1.Send the following to EJSP@KSU.EDU.SA at least 3 months before the scheduled visit (by External Supervisor) a.Filled up and signed EJSP form (English Version) b.Copy of External Supervisor’s passport c.External Supervisor’s latest CV d.Filled up the Arabic “VISITING PROFESSOR” form (with the help of Student) 2.Fill-in the “official-use” section of the form. (by Student Coordinator) 3.Forward the forms and attachments to the General Director of EJSP for approval, given there are no pending items. (by Student Coordinator) 4.Forward all documents to the Public Relations Office. (by General Director of EJSP) 5.Forward all documents to the Ministry of Higher Education for minister’s approval. (by Public Relations) 6.When approved, the appropriate visa permission number will be issued. (by Public Relations) 7.Send visa permission number and invitation letter to the external supervisor. (by Student Coordinator) 8.Follow up with the SAUDI EMBASSY in your respected country to issue actual visa. (by the External Supervisor) , for more details click here ( the steps are for UK only ) 9.When visa is received, airline tickets are issued according to ticket order. (by Public Relations) 10.Arrange for Hotel accommodation and transportation according to the travel information provided. (by Public Relations) 11.Confirm accommodation and transportation arrangements. (by General Director of EJSP) 12.Fill “External Supervisor Visit Report” and send to EJSP@KSU.EDU.SA within two weeks of returning from the visit and send to EJSP@KSU.EDU.SA (by External Supervisor) 13.File the copy of the report in the student’s file. (by Student Coordinator)