Saudi Arabia Opens Up to Foreign Workers with New Temporary Work Visa
Saudi Arabia has unveiled a new Temporary Work Visa in response to the surging demand for skilled short-term labor, fueled by ambitious development projects such as NEOM and Vision 2030. This revamped visa replaces the Work Visit Visa, ushering in a more flexible approach that extends eligibility to a wider spectrum of individuals and occupations. Unlike its predecessor, which predominantly catered to technical and engineering roles, the new visa streamlines the application process and removes gender and age restrictions, significantly simplifying the invitation procedure.
The introduction of this inclusive Temporary Work Visa is expected to facilitate the recruitment of professionals for short-term projects within the kingdom, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to diversify its workforce and harness international expertise for its rapidly expanding economy.