Are there jobs that really pay that much? I know a guy who has 18 YoE and supposedly earning that much in offshore drilling. He is a Electrical Engineer. Can it be true or is he just bragging? Are there opportunities with higher salary than that in corporate?

What coffee places in Riyadh that are good for studying near Hitteen and u walk area or anything close to north and center or Riyadh?

Hi I'm from South Asia , recently completed masters in Development Policy from South Korea,I have 2+ years of experience.I'm looking for jobs in international Development Organizations/Non Profit.

I have seen many job openings on LinkedIn but I never get a response after applying.Anyone who could guide me how should I go about my research or if anyone has any resources Im happy to check and really appreciate any help .

Please reach out to me if you have any insights😊

i don’t wanna be a karen but its the first time in my life that i encounter such unprofessional people and it made so mad that i cant stop thinking about what happened, what to do

Hi everyone,

Do we have here professionals from the IT Sector who specializes in SAP Consulting? I have some questions if anyone can help

I need to find an apartment within a month in riyadh that is 2 rooms preferably, kitchen, living room and a bathroom. My budget is 30000 SAR a year at MOST It has to be at a family’s villa and that is safe for a single woman PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU KNOW OF SOMETHING THAT FITS DESCRIPTION

Here are the districts closer to my workplace:

اليرموك، اشبيليا،التعاون، قرطبة، غرناطة ، الفلاح، النزهة

سليمانية، الورود، المصيف، الوادي، الغدير، الياسمين، القيروان, الحمرا

Hey y'all, I'm curious if anyone knows of any Riyadh based virtual book clubs that I can join. I'd rather not start my own because I don't like managing online groups, but I'd be happy to join one if one already exists.

Hi, Has anybody ordered meal plans in Riyadh? I’m wondering if you could recommend any and give me a rough price. Thanks

How to make friends in Riyadh?

هو أني تألمت على يد أناس تمنيت أن لا أراهم يتألمون.

Can i drive my saudi registered car in UAE without re-registration in UAE and for how long? *I have Emirates Id

I’ve been searching for opportunities for about a year now, and I’m reaching out here as I truly need advice and guidance. I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and minors in AI and Data Science from the University of Southern California (one of the top universities in the US). While I don’t have formal internship experience, I do have research lab experience and have worked on several personal technical projects.

I am a US citizen, but I’m looking to move abroad for personal reasons and have been seeking opportunities internationally. My primary areas of interest are neuroscience/healthcare and technology—especially where they overlap. Despite months of effort—applying through LinkedIn, cold-emailing companies, and networking—I haven’t had any success.

I understand that my lack of formal experience might be a hurdle, but I’m a fast and independent learner. If given a chance, I am confident in my ability to excel in any role. I’m open to entry-level positions, internships, or even unpaid opportunities to gain meaningful experience. This is becoming increasingly urgent for me, and I would greatly appreciate any advice, resources, or leads.

If you know of any job boards, companies hiring internationally in neuroscience/healthcare and tech, or connections in these fields who might be open to chatting, please let me know. I’d be deeply grateful for any help or pointers.

Thank you so much for reading this and for any assistance you can offer!

بالفعل، الحياة تُعلّمنا أننا أقوى مما نتصور. 🌟 الأيام التي كنا نخشاها تصبح مع الوقت جزءًا من رحلتنا، ونكتشف أننا قادرون على التعايش معها بل والتأقلم بشكل يفوق توقعاتنا.

- **التكيف**: الإنسان لديه قدرة مذهلة على التكيف مع الظروف الجديدة، حتى لو بدت صعبة في البداية.

- **النمو**: التحديات التي نخشاها غالبًا ما تكون بوابة للنمو وتقوية الشخصية.

- **التعلم**: مع الوقت، نتعلم أن الخوف كان مجرد وهم، وأننا نمتلك القوة الكامنة لمواجهة أي شيء.

"ما نخشاه غالبًا ما يكون أقل إيلامًا مما نتخيل، وما نعتاده يصبح جزءًا من قوتنا." 🌸

What are the top brands in Saudi for perfumes, Arab fragrances have a different appeal to them and especially during the winter season.

I want advice from the locals on what are the top recommended brands the perfumes perfect for the season.

Hello people of Riyadh! I come here seeking help and guidance. I'm currently in the middle of negotiations for a potential opportunity in Riyadh. I will be moving from Dubai. I just wanted to get some clarifications and ideas from you before I make a final decision.

1. My office will be in Al Malqa area of Riyadh. What's a good area to live in where I can get a 3-4 bedroom (villa/apartment preferably new build) for about 180K-220K per year? I've read about the traffic issues in Riyadh and would prefer to be within 30 minutes commute of my office.

2. What costs should I take into consideration during rental? Is it just the rent amount or are there additional hidden costs I should be aware of?

3. What are good international schools nearby in the range of 70K-90K per year? Also taking into consideration the commute, I'd prefer something close to my office or where you would recommend accommodation. Are there waiting lists to get into these schools? Are after school activities for kids easily accessible? Things like music, dance or drama whether in or outside of school?

4. How does acquiring a driving license work? Is it straight forward? Does it take long? Can I use my Dubai license while I wait for the KSA license?

5. Are we easily able to hire a maid or nanny? What is the process for this? What should we expect to pay? Do we have to sponsor the maid or can we get 3rd party sponsored maids legally?

6. What are typical expenses like for a family of 4? Groceries from supermarkets such as Waitrose or Spinneys for example? Utility bills? Municipality fee's? Internet and telephone?

7. Is abaya required for women still or is it okay to be modestly dressed?

8. Are there activities for kids to do during the hot months other than just going to the malls?

الامس كنت اتناقش مع احد من الشباب وقال لي زيت بترومين مو كويس خصوصا انه كان يشتغل في بترومين وقال لي زيت حقنا مو كويس ومعرف انه مو كويس ولكن نبيعه، وين افضل وانظف مكان لتغيير زيت السياره؟

Hello everyone, just wondering if the AIS-R school uses metric or imperial units for teaching students?

How's the crowd n shi ?

As the title says.

I just got to Riyadh, I want to see what the at most is like, I want to do to downtown Riyadh but everyone is insisting that there is not downtown.

Any help?

Hello, Are there any pharmaceutical companies in Riyadh? Any jobs available for expats as chemical analyst or similar? Thank you.

Wishing you all an early Happy New Year! Here’s to a year filled with opportunities, promotions, career milestones, and achieving everything you’ve been striving for—whether it’s something new or something you couldn’t quite reach last year.

Let’s keep lifting each other up, especially those who’ve moved away from home as expats in Saudi/Riyadh or anywhere in the world. Here’s to resilience, growth, and success for all of us!

So, let’s make some bold resolutions and crush them this year!

Whats your resolution this year?

Hello, can someone please point me to a good hairdresser, maybe not too far from Qurtuba that doesn't charge 400 Riyal please. Normally I cut my hair in South Africa when we go home because its so expensive but I tried doing it myself and it really needs fixing lol. Please help

guys, pls recommend any oils/shampoos to counter severe dandruff and dryness due to Riyadh's weather? I tried using Vatika's hair oils (coconut, garlic) but they haven't been of much help.