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The Exceptional Competency Residence Service (Researchers) is a distinguished residency program offered by Saudi Arabia targeting highly skilled individuals in scientific and research fields. It aims to attract outstanding talents in advanced research and sciences to support sustainable development and innovation. Eligible candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher with at least three years of relevant experience in a priority field and have an employment contract with an accredited institution in Saudi Arabia. The minimum monthly salary requirement is SAR 14,000. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Obtaining permanent Premium Residency upon meeting the conditions. Exemption of the main Premium Residency holder from the Nitaqat program. Residency duration: A fixed-term residency for five years, renewable once upon meeting the product’s eligibility criteria. Permanent residency upon continued fulfillment of the product’s eligibility criteria and a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years.
The Exceptional Competency Residency Service (Executives) is a premium residency program offered by Saudi Arabia as part of its premium residency system. It targets distinguished administrative and executive talents holding leadership positions within accredited institutions and companies in the Kingdom. The goal is to attract highly skilled executive leaders to enhance institutional performance, support economic growth, and bolster Saudi Arabia’s status as a global business and investment hub. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Obtaining permanent Premium Residency upon meeting the conditions. Exemption of the main Premium Residency holder from the Nitaqat program. Residency duration: A fixed-term residency for five years, renewable once upon meeting the product’s eligibility criteria. Permanent residency upon continued fulfillment of the product’s eligibility criteria and a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years.
The Exceptional Competency Residency Service (Health and Scientific Competencies) is a distinguished service within Saudi Arabia’s premium residency program. It targets highly qualified scientific, research, administrative, and specialized health professionals contributing to sustainable development and innovation in critical sectors such as healthcare, medicine, and research. Eligible candidates must have employment contracts with accredited Saudi entities in priority specialties, with a minimum of three years experience and a minimum monthly salary of SAR 35,000 in this category. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Obtaining permanent Premium Residency upon meeting the conditions. Exemption of the main Premium Residency holder from the Nitaqat program. Residency duration: A fixed-term residency for five years, renewable once upon meeting the product’s eligibility criteria. Permanent residency upon continued fulfillment of the product’s eligibility criteria and a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years.
The Talent Residency (First Track) Service is part of Saudi Arabia’s premium residency offerings targeting individuals with exceptional talents in science, culture, sports, and arts. The service supports award-winning and highly talented individuals to contribute to the Kingdom’s cultural, scientific, and sporting fields, providing a stable living and developmental environment for them and their families to encourage innovation and creativity General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Obtaining permanent Premium Residency upon meeting the conditions. Exemption of the main Premium Residency holder from the Nitaqat program. Residency duration: A fixed-term residency for five years, renewable once upon meeting the product’s eligibility criteria, with a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years. Permanent residency upon continued fulfillment of the product’s eligibility criteria during the fixed-term residency, with a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years, and obtaining a recommendation from the competent authority (the Ministry of Culture or the Ministry of Sports). Exceptional Competence Residency (Researchers)
The Talent Residency (Second Track) Service is a premium residency product launched by Saudi Arabia to attract recognized talented professionals in sports, culture, and arts who meet the minimum eligibility criteria set by the Ministry of Culture or Sports, without the prerequisite of winning exceptional awards. This service enhances cultural diversity, innovation, and creativity and provides a nurturing environment for talents, supporting Vision 2030 and bolstering Saudi leadership in creative fields. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Obtaining permanent Premium Residency upon meeting the conditions. Exemption of the main Premium Residency holder from the Nitaqat program. Residency duration: A fixed-term residency for five years, renewable once upon meeting the product’s eligibility criteria, with a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years. Permanent residency upon continued fulfillment of the product’s eligibility criteria during the fixed-term residency, with a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 consecutive or non-consecutive years, and obtaining a recommendation from the competent authority (the Ministry of Culture or the Ministry of Sports).
The Business Investor Residency Service is part of Saudi Arabia’s premium residency program targeting foreign and Gulf investors who seek to establish or invest in business entities meeting specified criteria. It provides renewable residency privileges including permanent residency rights for the investor and family, allowing unrestricted employment and movement without the need for (Kafala) system. Business Investor Residency grants extensive privileges, such as working in the private sector, moving between establishments, owning real estate, engaging in commercial activities, and benefiting from exemptions from the sponsorship (Kafala) system, in addition to the ability to bring the family (spouses, children, and parents). General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Direct eligibility for permanent Premium Residency. Residency duration: Immediate permanent residency subject to investing 7 million Saudi riyals and creating 10 jobs within the first two years.
The Entrepreneur Residency Service (First Category) is part of Saudi Arabia’s premium residency offerings designed for entrepreneurs with the opportunity to found and grow startup companies within Saudi Arabia. This category offers a renewable five-year residency ensuring business stability and economic growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Nominating two team members to obtain Exceptional Competence Residency with exemption from its criteria (for example: executives). Exemption of the establishment from the Nitaqat program for the first 3 operational years. Residency duration: 1. A fixed-term residency for five years, renewable once upon continued fulfillment of Category One eligibility criteria and a minimum actual stay of 30 months within 5 years.
The Entrepreneur Residency Service (Second Category) is a premium residency category targeting innovative entrepreneurs seeking to establish or expand startups in Saudi Arabia. This track provides immediate permanent residency conditional on meeting operational milestones that support the national economy. It aims to strengthen Saudi entrepreneurship and promote sustainable ventures General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Special benefits: Nominating two team members to obtain Exceptional Competence Residency with exemption from its criteria (for example: executives). Exemption of the establishment from the Nitaqat program for the first 3 operational years. For Category Two: direct eligibility for permanent Premium Residency. Residency duration: Immediate permanent residency subject to creating at least 10 jobs in the first year and at least 10 jobs in the second year.
The Property Owner Residency Service is a category of premium residency offered to owners of residential properties valued at no less than SAR 4 million in Saudi Arabia. The service encourages real estate investment, provides stable residency for qualified individuals, and supports property ownership aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Residency duration: Linked to ownership or usufruct of the property.
The Limited Duration Premium Residency Service is a product of Saudi Arabia’s premium residency program, offering residency rights for a limited period ranging from one to five years, renewable annually based on the resident’s preference and compliance. It suits individuals seeking medium-term residency and all benefits of premium residency without long-term commitment. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Residency duration: A fixed-term residency from one year up to 5 years, renewable.
The Unlimited Duration Premium Residency Service offered by Saudi Arabia grants indefinite residence rights to qualified individuals without a fixed time limit. It allows long-term stability, freedom to work, invest, and reside in the Kingdom fully. The program targets talented professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs to promote economic and social development. General benefits: 1. Residence in Saudi Arabia with the family, including parents, spouses, and children under 25 years of age. 2. Freedom to move from one establishment to another. 3. Exemption from the financial fees imposed on expatriates and dependents. 4. The Premium Residency holder and their family members may leave and return to Saudi Arabia without the requirement of a visa. 5. Issuance of visit visas for relatives. 6. Use of dedicated lanes for citizens and GCC nationals at entry and exit points. 7. Employment in private sector establishments and movement between them for the husband, wife, and children. 8. Engaging in commercial activities in accordance with the Investment Law. 9. Ownership and use of real estate. Residency duration: Permanent residency.