🎓 For Students:

• Rapidly expanding higher education sector.
• Top Universities: King Saud University, KAUST, King Abdulaziz University.
• Popular Fields: Engineering, Petroleum, Medicine, Islamic Studies.
• Scholarships: Offered to local and international students through government programs.

✈️ For Visitors:

• Visa: eVisa available for tourists from many countries.
• Popular Destinations: Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca, Medina, AlUla, Red Sea Coast.
• Best Time to Visit: November–March (cooler weather, ideal for sightseeing).
• Transportation: Modern highways, domestic flights, expanding metro systems.

💼 For Professionals & Expats:

• Work Visa: Required; typically sponsored by employer.
• Key Sectors: Oil & Gas, Construction, Healthcare, Education, Tourism.
• Cost of Living: Moderate; housing costs vary by city.
• Business Etiquette: Conservative, relationship-based, respect for hierarchy.

🏞️ Tourism & Culture:

• Home to Islam’s holiest sites — Mecca & Medina.
• Famous Attractions: AlUla, Diriyah, Red Sea Project, Edge of the World.
• Major Festivals: Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Saudi National Day (Sept 23).
• UNESCO Sites: Historic Jeddah, Al-Hijr (Madain Salih), At-Turaif District.

📌 Quick Tips:

• Currency: Saudi Riyal (SAR).
• Timezone: AST (UTC+03:00) — no DST.
• Emergency Numbers: 999 (Police), 998 (Fire), 997 (Ambulance).
• Electricity: 230V, 60Hz; plug types G.