Living & Working in Saudi Arabia: How to Prepare for a Successful Short or Longterm Stay (Living & Working Abroad)

290 Pages·1997·1.77 MB·English

by  Rosalie Rayburn

How to Live & Work in Saudi Arabia : A
title: Practical Handbook for Short and Longstay
Visitors
author: Nydell, Margaret K.; McGregor, Joy.
publisher: How To Books, Ltd.
isbn10 | asin: 1857031520
print isbn13: 9781857031522
ebook isbn13: 9780585258706
language: English
British--Employment--Saudi Arabia,
subject Employment in foreign countries, Saudi
Arabia--Guidebooks.
publication date: 1997
lcc: DS203.N93 1997eb
ddc: 915.380453
British--Employment--Saudi Arabia,
subject:
Employment in foreign countries, Saudi
Arabia--Guidebooks.
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Living & Working in Saudi Arabia
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Living & Working in Saudi Arabia
How to Prepare for a Successful Short or Longterm Stay
Rosalie Rayburn & Kathleen Bush
How To Books
Cartoons by Mike Flanagan
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© Copyright 1997 by Rosalie Rayburn and Kathleen Bush.
First published in 1997 by How To Books Ltd, 3 Newtec Place,
Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE, United Kingdom.
Tel: [phone]. Fax: [phone].
All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or stored in an
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Note: The material contained in this book is set out in good faith for general
guidance and no liability can be accepted for loss or expense incurred as a result
of relying in particular circumstances on statements made in the book. The laws
and regulations are complex and liable to change, and readers should check the
current position with the relevant authorities before making personal
arrangements.
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Printed and bound by Cromwell Press, Broughton Gifford, Melksham, Wiltshire.
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Contents
List of Illustrations 7
Preface 9
1 11
Introducing Saudi Arabia
The Country and Its Neighbours 11
What is the Climate Like? 13
A Brief History 14
Practical Information 17
Living With Islam 22
Observing Customs and Courtesies 28
Discussion Points 30
2 31
Getting There
Visa Requirements Step by Step 31
Acquiring a Resident's Permit 35
Before you Leave Home 39
To Take or not To Take 40
Sending Your Goods 42
Case Studies 45
3 46
Finding Accommodation
Living on a Compound 46
Choosing a Compound 49
What You Should Beware of in a Lease Agreement 50
Finding Accommodation Off-Compound 51
Single Status Accommodation 54
Brief City Profiles 54
Case Study 65
Discussion Points 68
4 69
Doing Business
Observing Customs and Etiquette 69
Understanding the Business Climate 72
Marketing 73
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Selecting an Agent or Sponsor 75
Types of Partnerships 78
Investment With Incentives 80
Case Study 83
Discussion Points 83
5 84
Labour and Legal Matters
Checking Your Personal Agreement (Contract) 84
Medical Benefits 86
Legal and Labour Issues 87
Functions of the British Embassy/Consulates 90
Case Study 93
Discussion Points 93
6 94
Women's Issues
Making Primary Adaptations 94
Living with the Climate 97
Women's Health Matters 99
Running Your Home 100
Hiring Household Help 101
Locating Job Opportunities 102
Case Study 104