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Saudi Arabia

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Middle East — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Riyadh

Currency

SAR

Continent

Middle East

Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Saudi Arabia.

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Popular passport access to Saudi Arabia

Passport Status Max Stay
India Evisa 90 days
Egypt Visa Required
United Arab Emirates Visa Free
Qatar Visa Free
Kuwait Visa Free
Bahrain Visa Free
Oman Visa Free

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Detailed visa guides for Saudi Arabia

Monthly costs

Riyadh

Rent (center)

900 USD/mo

Groceries

350 USD/mo

Transport

100 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

1,410 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Work Visa / Iqama

    Duration: 1-2 years, renewable

    Employer-sponsored

  • Premium Residency (Green Card)

    Duration: Permanent

    Investors, SAR 800,000 fee

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

0% – 0%

Social Security (Employee)

0.1%

No personal income tax. VAT 15%. Expats need Iqama tied to employer.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in SAR with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Saudi Arabia.

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