Middle East
Capital
Riyadh
Currency
SAR
Avg Salary
$35k / yr
Cost of Living
55 / 100
Destination overview
Saudi Arabia is home to a large Sri Lankan community. Tax-free salaries and strong demand for healthcare workers, construction professionals, and domestic workers.
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Earning potential
Annual gross estimates for in-demand roles in Saudi Arabia.
View complete salary guideProject Manager
management
Software Engineer
technology
Civil Engineer
engineering
Accountant
finance
Software Engineer
it
Registered Nurse
healthcare
$45,000 avg / yr
Civil Engineer
engineering
$45,000 avg / yr
IT Engineer
it
$42,000 avg / yr
Secondary School Teacher
education
$40,000 avg / yr
Civil Engineer
engineering
$36,800 avg / yr
Secondary School Teacher
teaching
$33,600 avg / yr
Electrician
trades
$32,000 avg / yr
Accountant (CPA/CIMA)
accounting
$32,000 avg / yr
Chef
hospitality
$28,000 avg / yr
Registered Nurse
healthcare
$28,000 avg / yr
Figures are estimates and may vary by experience, location, and exchange rates.
Living essentials
What migrants should know before arriving in Saudi Arabia.
View complete healthcare guideMandatory employer-provided health insurance (CCHI regulated)
Saudi Arabia requires all employers to provide health insurance for expatriate employees under the Cooperative Health Insurance Law (CCHI). Government employees receive coverage through the Ministry of Health network.
Your employer handles enrolment — health insurance is mandatory before your iqama (residence permit) is issued. Most packages cover inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care. Dental and optical are often add-ons.
From ~$70/month
For private upgrades or family coverage top-ups, insurers include Bupa Arabia, MedGulf, Gulf Union, and AXA Cooperative. Comprehensive family plans cost SAR 5,000–15,000/year.
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Last verified March 2025
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| Pathway | Type | Processing | Gov fee | Est. total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia Work Visa | work | 4–8 weeks | $300 | $500 |
| Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa | tourist | 1–2 weeks | $80 | $120 |
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One-way flight from Sri Lanka
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Initial housing deposit and setup
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Published item total
$3,925
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Real-life numbers
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Estimated take-home / month
$5,125
Employment
Top salary records currently available for this country; demand still varies by region and licensing.
Project Manager
Avg. $82,000 / year
Software Engineer
Avg. $72,000 / year
Civil Engineer
Avg. $58,000 / year
Accountant
Avg. $54,000 / year
Software Engineer
Avg. $51,200 / year
Registered Nurse
Avg. $45,000 / year
Partner work rights depend on the primary visa and may be limited. Confirm the exact conditions on the official immigration website.
Check dependent visa eligibility, school fees, enrolment zones, and health cover before applying.
Family applications commonly require relationship evidence and higher proof-of-funds thresholds.
Names, dates, employment history, finances, and supporting documents must be consistent across the application.
Large unexplained deposits or insufficient proof of accessible funds can weaken an application.
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