Saudi Arabia Guide
Getting used to living in a new country is always a challenge. The Just Landed Guide is designed to help you deal with the day-to-day challenges of living or working in Saudi Arabia. It is full of useful information and step-by-step guides on how things work and how to survive in Saudi Arabia.
Property
Travel & Leisure
- Public transport in Saudi Arabia: Getting from A to B
- Driving rules & regulations: Stay on the right side of the law
- Driving licenses: Getting a driving license in Saudi Arabia
- Renting & importing a car in Saudi Arabia: How to rent and import a car
- Saudi Arabian food: Middle Eastern culinary melting pot
- 36 hour business trip in Saudi Arabia: Things to do on a business trip
Language
- Languages: Languages and dialects in Saudi Arabia
- Learning Arabic: Tips & tricks on learning the language
Telephone & Internet
- Telecommunications in Saudi Arabia: The market, emergency numbers and dialling codes
- Mobile phones in Saudi Arabia: Providers and plans
- Calling abroad in Saudi Arabia: Save money on international calls
- Internet in Saudi Arabia: Fast but censored connections
- Censorship in Saudi Arabia: Limited online freedom
Visas & Permits
- Introduction: Documentation required to enter Saudi Arabia
- Visas: How to obtain a visa
- Iqama/Muqeem: The expat ID in Saudi Arabia
- Citizenship: Is it possible to become a national of Saudi Arabia?
Jobs
- Introduction: Employment prospects
- Sponsorship: What is a sponsor?
- Recruitment Agencies: How they operate
- Freelancing and Temping: What you should expect
- Teaching English in Saudi Arabia: Where can you teach English?
- Working conditions: Salary & Working hours
- Employment Contracts: What you need to know
- Changing Jobs: The difficulties of changing jobs
- Dismissal & Redundancy: What you need to know
- Social Security: Saudi Arabia's social security system
Housing & Rentals
- Introduction: The rental market
- Arab Homes: What you should expect
- Rented Accommodation: How to find a home in Saudi Arabia
- Rental Costs: How much does renting cost in Saudi Arabia?
- Rental Contracts: What you need to know
Health
- Introduction: An introduction to healthcare in Saudi Arabia
- Hospitals & Clinics: Where to get treatment in Saudi Arabia
- Doctors & Dentists: Appointments, visits & fees
- Medicines: How to get medication in Saudi Arabia
- Emergencies: What to do in case of an emergency
- Health Insurance: Private health and dental insurance in Saudi Arabia
Money
- Currency: The Saudi Riyal and international transfers
- Banks: Where to manage your finances
- Opening an account: How to open a bank account in Saudi Arabia
- Debit and Credit Cards: How to use cards in Saudi Arabia
- Cash & travellers' cheques: How to use them
- Foreign & Offshore Banking: Where to keep your money abroad
- Cost of living: How much does living in Saudi Arabia cost?
Education
- Introduction: Schools in Saudi Arabia
- State or Private School?: How to make the right choice
- Private Schools: An overview of private schools in Saudi Arabia
- Choosing a Private School: What to take into account
- List of Private Schools: Names & Addresses
Business
- Self-employment: How to work for yourself in Saudi Arabia
- Starting a Business: How to start a business in Saudi Arabia
Culture
- Social Customs: What are local customs like?
- Religion: Some tips about Islam
- National Holidays: Important dates in the Islamic calendar
Moving
- Before you move: A checklist of things you have to consider
- Professional removal companies: How to work with them
- Doing it yourself: How to arrange your move abroad
Legal System
- Introduction: The Islamic system of law
- Marriage & Divorce: All you need to know about Muslim marriages
- Embassy, consular & legal assistance: Where to obtain legal information