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Do I need a visa to live in KSA?

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#1

Hi all,


I am looking at other jobs, but I would like to know if I can live in KSA without working for a company in Saudi?


I have paid rent upfront for my apartment in Jeddah, and my landlord isn't willing to return any of my money.


What visa would I need to live in Saudi if possible?


Thanks!

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Ali_N
#2

You will need to sponsored by a local or a company to stay in visa, else a tourist visa category as per your nationality.

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XTang
#3

Or if you have money, get the premium residency.  100K annual or 800K lifetime.  SAR.

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#4
You will need to sponsored by a local or a company to stay in visa, else a tourist visa category as per your nationality.
-@Ali_N

ah perfect thank you! how long does a tourist visa last?

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#5
Or if you have money, get the premium residency. 100K annual or 800K lifetime. SAR.
-@XTang

aha I wish! thats alot of money

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