When reading about looking for work in Saudi Arabia, you will probably come across the term “saudization”, also known as Nitaqat. This term has been prevalent in Saudi Arabia for about a decade now, and you will probably be seeing it quite often, as it is considered to be one of the major hurdles when it comes to building a career in the country as an expat. So, what is saudization, and how exactly can it affect your career prospects in Saudi Arabia?