I have an Iqama through my Saudi husband and I can't get a job from America. I have received offers from recruiters, but as soon as I mention that I have an iqama they lose interest. Supposedly having an iqama means I am living in KSA, but I am not. I just got it because my husband wanted to register our children and get them passports over there. One recruiter who wanted to hire me to work in Al Khaleej was very nice and emailed the direct recruiter to follow up with my recruitment. Needles to say, this person has not contacted me yet. They offered me 11,250 SAR plus accommodations, transportation and medical. I was so excited, but now I feel I won't ever get a job because my husband is my sponsor. I was in contact with a teacher working for Al Khaleej and he was happy. He told me that they always pay on time and as long as you mind your business you are fine.
Now my questions are how can I get a job due to my situation (iqama)? Does anybody has passed through this? Is moving to KSA my only chance to get a job? If so, is my pay going to be mediocre? I know these are many questions, but I have been lurking for a while and this blog is awesome