Saudi Arabia Ranks Second Best Country for Expats Worldwide
In a groundbreaking survey, Saudi Arabia has emerged as the second-best country for expats globally, surpassing major players like the US, the UK, and Belgium. This transformational journey highlights the Kingdom’s rapid growth and development on the international stage.
Working Abroad Index: Saudi Arabia Shines in Career Prospects
According to the Expat Insider survey, Saudi Arabia secured the second spot on the Working Abroad Index, just behind Denmark. A remarkable achievement considering the country’s rise from the 14th position in 2023. With over half of expats rating the local job market positively, Saudi Arabia is proving to be a magnet for career opportunities.
Factors Driving Saudi Arabia’s Success
The index evaluates countries based on key subcategories such as career prospects, salary and job security, work and leisure, and work culture and satisfaction. Saudi Arabia excelled in career prospects, outperforming major economies like the US and UAE. Expats in the Kingdom are highly satisfied with the state of the local economy and their personal career opportunities.
Challenges Faced by Expats
Despite the positive aspects, expats in Saudi Arabia face long workdays, averaging 47.8 hours a week for full-time positions. This places the Kingdom lower in the index for working hours and work-life balance. However, the abundance of work opportunities for skilled professionals continues to attract expats from around the world.
Expat Essentials Index: Saudi Arabia Ranks 6th Worldwide
In addition to excelling in the Working Abroad Index, Saudi Arabia also secured the 6th position in the Expat Essentials Index. This ranking evaluates visa processes, local bureaucracy, banking facilities, housing affordability, digital life, and language ease. Surpassing countries like Singapore, Mexico, and Indonesia, Saudi Arabia proves to be a well-rounded destination for expats.
Both indexes were conducted by InterNations, a global expat community, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s appeal and success in attracting and retaining expats from diverse backgrounds.