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Types of Premium Residency in Saudi Arabia


Types of Premium Residency in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency Program offers various options tailored to different professional and financial backgrounds. Whether you are an investor, entrepreneur, skilled professional, or real estate owner, there is a residency category designed to suit your needs.

1. Special Talent Residency

This category is designed for professionals specializing in healthcare, science, and research, as well as executives with high salaries. To qualify, applicants must:

  • Have an employment contract with an approved entity in Saudi Arabia
  • Hold at least a bachelor’s degree
  • Have a minimum of three years of relevant work experience
  • Earn a minimum monthly salary of SAR 35,000 (for healthcare professionals) or SAR 80,000 (for executives)

2. Gifted Residency

For individuals who have received exceptional awards or recognition in cultural or sports fields, the Gifted Residency provides an exclusive opportunity to live and work in Saudi Arabia. Eligibility requires:

3. Investor Residency

Designed for business owners and investors, this residency requires:

  • A minimum investment of SAR 7 million in economic activities
  • Creating at least 10 jobs in the first two years
  • Compliance with Saudi investment regulations

4. Entrepreneur Residency

Startups and innovative businesses can benefit from this category, which requires:

  • A minimum investment of SAR 400,000 to SAR 15 million from an accredited entity
  • A minimum shareholding in the startup (10%-20%)
  • An endorsement letter from an investment entity
  • A entrepreneur license from the Ministry of Investment

5. Real Estate Owner Residency

Foreigners investing in real estate can obtain residency if they:

  • Own property worth at least SAR 4 million
  • Ensure the property is free from mortgages and financing obligations
  • Own a developed residential property (not vacant land)

6. Limited Duration Residency

This one-year residency is renewable annually and requires financial solvency. It is ideal for professionals and businesspersons who wish to reside in Saudi Arabia temporarily.

7. Unlimited Duration Residency

For individuals looking for long-term stability, this residency is granted permanently upon payment of a one-time fee of SAR 800,000, along with proof of financial solvency and legal residency compliance.

With multiple residency options available, the Premium Residency Program provides flexibility for expatriates to integrate into Saudi society while contributing to its economic growth. Each category is designed to meet the needs of various professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to establish a long-term presence in the Kingdom.

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