🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Middle East · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
52/100
Global Rank
#48/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,550
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 36/100 | Expensive |
| Rent | 84/100 | Affordable |
| Property Purchase | 84/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 84/100 | Affordable |
| Transport | 65/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 43 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,550 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Saudi Arabia
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 0% |
| VAT / GST | 15% |
| Corporate Tax | 20% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 0% |
Special Tax Regimes
- No personal income tax
- Zakat for Saudi/GCC nationals
No personal income tax. 2.5% Zakat for Muslim nationals.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 10% | $3,750 |
| $100,000 | 10% | $7,500 |
| $200,000 | 10% | $15,000 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | e-Visa | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | e-Visa | 90 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | e-Visa | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | e-Visa | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | e-Visa | 90 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Riyadh |
| Population | 36.9 Million |
| Currency | Saudi Riyal (SAR) |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Region | Middle East |
| Timezone | AST (UTC+3) |
| English Proficiency | Moderate |
| Expat Community | Very Large |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Saudi Arabia Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/sa. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.