Relocating to Riyadh

Member since 12 February 2025

jodypanicoNew member12 February 2025 12:29:50

Hello all, im looking into relocating to Riyadh for a Job postion going,

However, i need to look into costs of living , i have 2 young children , i would want it as close as possible to al Centria Mall, Al Olaya but i also need to see where there are good schools and which compound is best for my family and pricing of these compounds.

Can anyone describe there experience living there, is it safe , good for children? good schools? is there lots to do with children? . i am currently in London.

many thanks

HB10 Member

Member since 25 December 2024

HB10Member14 February 2025 17:22:25

Hi !

I am also in the process of relocating, but without Kids.

What I know from my future colleagues is that there are pretty good schools and also from your country (so for myself a good french school) they all chose to live next to these schools, so they kind of pay the price while commuting to Olaya but now with the metro they have another option.

Regarding the price I think you should negotiate with your company they pay directly the housing and schools, you may visit before and get quotation to justify the budget needed.

Good luck !