Husband on wife's visa?

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Member since 28 April 2012

expatmbwMember28 April 2012 15:46:21

Hi, newbie here.

I have not seen much information on this topic. I know a lot depends on the job classification. I am waiting on an offer from a school for a teaching job. My husband would come to Saudi if I take the job, however, how does it work with a husband being on the wife's visa?

My husband may or may not look to work there as he does work online. A little background. I'm American, my husband is African (permanent US resident).

How would this work? Does the nationality matter? Any potential complications I should be aware of??? Anything I should make sure that's on the contract?

I'm expecting housing, medical, etc and all the benefits to be included. If not I will not be Saudi expat;)

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TheLegendLeadsViP28 April 2012 16:21:07

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That's quite a norm @expatmbw. And that specific visa is called 'Mehrem' [spouse] visa.

Just check in your contract the specification of 'family' status and the benefis highlighted (insurance, housing allowance etc).

Nop, nationality won't matter and no complications whatsoever.

expatmbw Member

Member since 28 April 2012

expatmbwMember28 April 2012 16:31:30

Wheew, what a relief. I was a little worried. Thanks!

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