Working And Living In Saudi — Arabia: Second Edit...

All work permits are now skill-based . Residency (Iqama) is tiered into "Highly Skilled," "Skilled," and "Basic" categories, with higher tiers enjoying easier family sponsorship and faster renewals.

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Most private sectors have strict quotas for hiring Saudi nationals. As of 2026, many engineering (30%) and procurement (70%) roles must be filled by locals. All work permits are now skill-based