Visiting KSA

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Prometheus Member

Member since 20 October 2011

PrometheusMember20 October 2011 15:20:45

Hi,

I'm a Finnish student studying Finance in a Master's program in Finland. I'm graduating next spring and I would like to work overseas. Saudi Arabia sounds like a rather good choice as I like high temperatures, don't drink alcohol and don't like going to bars and clubs. I also heard that finance professionals can earn quite well in Saudi.

However, before actually getting a job I would like to visit the country just to see would I actually like working there for a few years.

My question is, what is the best way of getting a visa to KSA? I read that they no longer issue tourist visas and those offered by the Government authorized agents does not permit traveling on your own. Most visa types require invitation by either a company or private citizen/resident. Might some companies be willing to write invitations for prospective employees or are there companies who for a fee writes you the invitation? If yes, what risks are involved?

NaderHamza Active member

Member since 18 October 2011

NaderHamzaActive member20 October 2011 17:26:53

Prometheus ..

Hi and Welcome TO KSA ,,, first of all you must to come here by " Tourist visa " .. you can ask for it from the Saudi Embassy at Helsinki .. and when you are there ask if there is any Companies ask for Staff here ... this way if you want to come and see the Country First ... if not you can search for Companies by google or Bayt.com ... send your CV and wait ... Believe me, the Finnish are taking salaries are excellent here and I hear about some of the engineers present at the prestigious companies here in Saudi Arabia ..

Good Luck and wish if i can help you more ,,

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