Work permit · Saudi Arabia
Work opportunities in Saudi Arabia
Explore selected employment opportunities in Saudi Arabia, subject to employer demand, job requirements and applicable regulations.
- Income tax
- 0% on salaries
- Medical
- GAMCA approved
- Typical age range
- 21 – 60
Why work in Saudi Arabia
A kingdom of growth
Saudi Arabia is undergoing a historic transformation. As the largest economy in the Middle East, it offers significant career opportunities for expatriates across diverse sectors, fuelled by ambitious national development plans.
Tax-free salaries
Keep 100% of your earnings with no personal income tax.
Vision 2030
A massive economic diversification plan creating new jobs across sectors.
Safety & security
A secure environment for expatriates and their families.
In-demand sectors
Where employers are hiring
Demand is strongest in these industries.
- 01Healthcare & Medical Sciences
- 02Construction & Civil Engineering
- 03Oil, Gas & Petrochemicals
- 04Information Technology & AI
- 05Hospitality & Tourism
Giga-projects
Opportunities in mega projects
Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in giga-projects that require international expertise and large workforces.
NEOM
The futuristic city being built from scratch in the north-west.
Red Sea Project
A large-scale luxury tourism destination along the Red Sea coast.
Qiddiya
The emerging capital of entertainment, sports and the arts.
Our support
Guidance at every stage
We support you throughout your employment journey.
- Opportunity information
- Job and employer details where available
- Eligibility and document checklist
- Work permit / visa process guidance
- Application preparation support
- Pre-departure guidance
Before you apply
General eligibility
Age limit
Generally between 21 and 60 years old for standard work visas.
GAMCA medical
Must pass a medical fitness test at a GAMCA-approved medical centre.
Attested degrees
Educational degrees must be attested by the Saudi Embassy and Cultural Attaché.
Paperwork
Document checklist
Saudi work visas require extensive documentation and multiple levels of attestation.
- Original passport (valid for 6+ months)
- GAMCA medical fit report
- Visa Wakala (electronic authorisation)
- Attested degree / diploma
- Police clearance certificate
- Signed employment contract
Step by step
The work permit process
- 01
Job Offer
Secure a verified employment contract from a Saudi employer.
- 02
Wakala Issuance
Employer issues the electronic visa authorisation (Wakala).
- 03
GAMCA Test
Complete and pass the mandatory GAMCA medical test.
- 04
Visa Stamping
Submit passport and documents for embassy stamping.
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