- country
- Saudi Arabia
- eligibility
- Highly qualified professionals in priority sectors; monthly salary range SAR 14,000-80,000 (~$3,750-$21,500) depending on profession.
- processing notes
- Valid 5 years, renewable once; 30 months minimum residence within any 5-year period to convert to permanent residency.
- quota
- Holders are exempt from the Nitaqat programme