Saudi Arabia – Car Rental

Local rules and requirements Renting a car in Saudi Arabia is a great way to explore the country’s vast deserts, stunning coastlines, and vibrant cities. However, there are some rules and requirements that you should be aware of before you

Saudi Arabia – Buses and Trams

Saudi Arabia has a well-developed public transport system that includes buses and trams. Buses are the most common mode of public transport in Saudi Arabia, while trams are primarily used in the major cities. In this article, we will discuss

Saudi Arabia – Banking

Main Local Banks in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia has a robust banking sector, with several prominent local banks serving the country’s financial needs. Here are some of the main local banks in Saudi Arabia: National Commercial Bank (NCB) Riyad Bank

How To Open A Bank Account In Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is home to over 30 local and international banks, so if you are an expat living there, you won’t struggle for options when it comes to banking. Studies conducted in 2019 show that four domestic banks in the

How To Rent Or Buy Property In Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia (officially the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) is a country constituting the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula. Geographically, Saudi Arabia is the largest sovereign state in Western Asia, and the second-largest in the Arab world (after Algeria). Saudi Arabia

How To Find A Job In Saudi Arabia

The prosperous, oil-rich Gulf state of Saudi Arabia has long been an attractive prospect for expats seeking employment, particularly in the oil and gas sectors. However, in recent years this has started to change and there has been something of

Gemma Laing, Jeddah

Who are you? I’m Gemma. I’m a 32-year-old oncology nurse from Leeds, UK. Where, when and why did you move abroad? March 2012, I decided I was bored, stuck in a rut and needed a new adventure.I started looking half-heartedly