this is regarding the article" Amnesty:Illegal can leave with no penalty." posted on arabnews website on Monday 25 February 2013.

http://www.arabnews.com/saudi-arabia/amnesty-illegals-can-leave-no-penalty

I know a friend who wants to leave Saudi Arabia and his iqama is not valid(expired) and "haroobed" by his sponsor. what is the proper process to go about it. Your earliest response will be highly appreciated.
Best Regards.