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Increased demand for oil and gas jobs in Saudi Arabia has dramatically changed the face and culture of the country. Between worrying about the culture shock or language barrier, you might forget other important aspects. We are here to assist you in relocating to Saudi Arabia, and make it an easy process.

Saudi Arabia is located in the Middle East between the Arabian Gulf and the Red Sea. Saudi Arabia is divided into 13 provinces, each area is headed by a governor or European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR).

Due to Saudi Arabia’s geographical location, there is no benefit from the cool coastal breeze as it is sheltered within the Red Sea and Persian Gulf.

From May onwards, temperatures will range from 30 degrees and peak at around 45 degrees in August. Luckily, it is not too humid as there is minimal rainfall.

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Saudi Arabia is viewed as an interesting proposition for the money-minded as the cost of living is usually lower than in the west. Furthermore, salaries are high and there is no personal income tax. This means that relocating to Saudi Arabia are very sought after.

Opening a bank account in Saudi Arabia can take a few weeks to complete. Therefore, it is advised to carry enough cash with you to cover daily expenses whilst the application is being processed. In order the open a bank account in Saudi Arabia, the following information is needed:

Original passport – it is recommended to bring an additional copy alongside.
Copy of ‘Iqama’ or visa proving that you are a legal resident of Saudi Arabia.
Letter of no-obligation to stipulate salary to indicate the amount that will regularly be paid into the bank.
Completed bank account application form.

However, it is important to note that this can change depending on the bank, so it is advised to check beforehand.

Business Etiquette

Saudi Arabia benefits from plentiful natural resources, high per capita income and a growing customer class that is interested in Western goods and services. These assets make Saudi Arabia a valuable place to conduct business.

Business Days and Hours

The work week in Saudi Arabia begins on a Sunday and ends on a Thursday. Their official days of rest are Friday and Saturday.

Office hours tend to be from 9am to 1pm, and again from 4:30pm to 8pm (or 8pm to 1am during Ramadan).

Business Dress

Despite the heat, men usually wear suits and ties for business meetings.

Women should wear conservative attire that covers as much skin as possible. Another key point, women should always carry a head scarf as they might be expected to cover their hair in certain situations.

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