Grace Edwards - Working and Living in Saudi Arabia
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Stereotypes and generalisations
Islamic values
Family
Honour, reputation and respect
Loyalty
Courtesy
Respect
Hospitality and generosity
Inshallah
Arabic language
Brief History
The Royal Family
Brief History
Line of Succession - Agnatic Seniority
Current King
Crown Prince and Deputy Crown Prince
Brief Political Overview
Absolute Monarchy
Sharia law
Consultative Assembly - Shoura
Global organisation memberships
Regional geopolitics
Stability and reform issues
Geography
Middle East
GCC
The Levant and Egypt
Saudi Arabia and its Regions
Major Cities
Economic basics
Overview and current realities
Economic reforms
Saudi Vision 2030
Special Economic Cities
Public and private sector attractions
Saudisation ( nitaqat )
Population Demographics
Saudis and Expatriates
Language
Capital City
Date, Time and Time Zone
Work week
Traditional working hours
Weather
Electricity
Money
Telephone country code and dialling codes
Emergency and other service numbers
Internet code
Driving
The fundamentals
The five pillars of Islam
Background and demographics
Sunnis and Shia
Salafis ( Wahhabis)
Significance of Mecca and Medina
The impact of Islam and other religions on everyday life in Saudi Arabia
Understanding religious expectations and restrictions
Islamic items you may find in your hotel room
Attitude to other religions and no religion
Apostasy and proselytising
Islamic and cultural taboos - halal and haram
Pork
Other meat and poultry
Alcohol
The left hand
The soles of your feet
Pornography
Other inappropriate images
Public displays of affection
Dogs
Gambling and lotteries
Gold, silk and diamonds for men
Visiting mosques if not Muslim
Travel to Mecca and Medina for non-Muslims
Non-Muslim religious symbols in Saudi Arabia
Capital and corporal punishment
Prayer times
Expectations and behaviour
Prayer times and business
Ramadan
Expectations and behaviour
Ramadan and business
The Islamic calendar
Definition and how it works
Important Islamic dates and holidays
Other important dates
Practical considerations for employers
Age
Gender
Religion
Nationality
Visible diversity
Practical considerations for employees considering business travel to Saudi Arabia
Additional considerations for employees considering an assignment in Saudi Arabia
Partnerships
Children
Health issues
Getting ready
Health and jabs
The weather
What not to pack
Toilets, tampons and tummy troubles
Money
The Saudi riyal
Travellers cheques
ATMs
Acceptance of bank cards
Bureaux de change
Personal communication and technology
Laptops, data storage and personal entertainment devices
Mobile phones and smart phones
Internet access
Monitoring communications
Mains terminators/electrical plugs
Surge protectors
Your passport
Choosing a flight
Who should I fly with to and from Saudi Arabia?
Flights within Saudi Arabia
Are there any times I shouldnt go to Saudi Arabia?
Obtaining a visa
Visa types
Work related visa types for short term visitors
Visit visas
Commercial visa
Short term working business visa
Eligibility practicalities
The visa application process
Time and timing
Work visa
Non-work related short term visa types
Hajj visa
Umrah visa
Flight options
Buying an abaya for a womans first visit to Saudi Arabia
Upon arrival setting expectations
In the immigration hall
At the passport control desk
Iris and fingerprint
Internal identification number
Exiting the airport
In the arrivals hall
Transport from the airport
Self drive for men
Meet and greet services
Accommodation
Hotels
Short stays on Western expatriate compounds
Understanding the sponsorship ( kafala ) system
Eligibility practicalities for a residency visa
Medical certificate
Negotiating a deal for becoming resident in Saudi Arabia
Considerations on what to negotiate in your labour contract
Obtaining a residency visa
Working visa types
Work visa
Residency visa iqama
Exit/Re-Entry Visa
Final Exit Visa
Diplomatic Visa
Non working visa types
Family residency visa
Family visit visa
Residency options
Extended stay hotels and serviced apartments
Compounds
Open market housing
Styles of housing
Choosing and securing a compound property
Popular compounds for Western expatriates
Commuting between Bahrain and the Eastern Province
Utilities
Drinking water
Setting up home
Small household furnishings
Large household furnishings
Some places to buy household goods
Large Electrical Goods
Communication and technology
Purchasing a mobile phone
The internet
Television
Video games
Postal system
Online shopping
Banned items
List of prohibited items
Introduction
General information
Public schools in Saudi Arabia
Private education
Expatriate education
A selection of private and international schools
Introduction
General information
Health dangers
The Saudi health care system
Hospitals
Ambulance
Dentists
Eye doctors
Chemists
Importing medicines
Banking
Salaries and taxes
Food shopping
Household help
Ground transport
Driving
Drivers
Taxis
Public transport
Future options
Dining out
Dining in/home delivery
Shopping
Everyday shopping
What to expect
Opening hours
Prayer times
Shopping malls and major shopping districts
Souvenirs
Shopping and transport
Sport
Exploring Saudi Arabia
In and around Riyadh
In and around Jeddah
Around the Eastern Province
Further afield
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
What you will not find in Saudi Arabia
Assessing your personal safety and security requirements
Issues most people worry about
Political crime
Threat of terrorism
War and military conflict
General political stability
What you can do
Other crime
Violent crime
Personal safety issues
Corporal and capital punishment
Coming from a Western country/Western culture
Data protection
What you can do
Issues to take into consideration
The effects of the sun
The effects of temperatures reaching up to 50C
Road traffic
Zero tolerance for alcohol
Zero tolerance for drug abuse
Other social cautions
Sexuality issues
Dealing with uncomfortable public behaviour
Rude or obscene comments and gestures
Queue jumping
Smoking
The dress code realities and practicalities
Womens clothing terms
Hijab
Abaya
Womens headscarves tarha, boshya
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