Saudi Arabia is undergoing unprecedented economic transformation under the Vision 2030 programme: massive investment in infrastructure, energy, new technologies, tourism and megaprojects such as NEOM, The Line and Qiddiya.
Why grow your business in Saudi Arabia?
Main sectors: oil and gas, renewable energy, green hydrogen, construction, major infrastructure projects, construction (BTP), transport, aerospace, healthcare, technology, artificial intelligence, defence, hospitality, tourism.
Which status should you choose?
Expatriation — in most situations, employees are expatriates working under a contract compliant with Saudi regulations, with a remuneration package including several benefits specific to expatriation.
Local hire — companies established in Saudi Arabia frequently recruit staff under local contracts.
Immigration and work permits
Before departure, it's necessary to prepare the work visa, residence permit (Iqama), administrative authorisations, employment contracts and settling-in formalities.
Social protection
The Saudi social protection system differs from the French one. We help you organise health cover, set up appropriate insurance and explore supplementary retirement solutions.
Taxation
The Saudi tax environment is attractive, but each expatriation requires a full analysis of tax residence, tax consequences in France, and the structuring of the remuneration package.
Key figures
Capital: Riyadh. Currency: Saudi riyal (SAR). Time zone: UTC +3. Population: around 38 million.
Frequently asked questions
Is health insurance mandatory? Yes, health cover compliant with local requirements is essential for expatriate employees.
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