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Saudi long-term and permanent residence
Saudi Arabia Premium Residency
Obtain long-term or permanent residence in Saudi Arabia through a one-time fee, property or investment — no local sponsor, and your parents can be included.
Programme overview
Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency (often called the “Saudi green card”) lets foreigners live in Saudi Arabia long term or permanently without depending on an employer or sponsor. By fee there are two types: Limited Duration residence at SAR 100,000 a year, and Unlimited Duration (permanent) residence for a one-time SAR 800,000. Since 2024 there are also Real Estate Owner, Investor, Entrepreneur, Special Talent and Gifted categories, and from January 2026 a new law allows foreigners to buy residential property in most major cities.
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Permanent residenceOne-time SAR 800,000
Annual routeSAR 100,000 a year
Property routeHomes from SAR 4,000,000
FamilySpouse, children under 25 and parents
Summary
Unlimited Duration (permanent) residence requires a one-time payment of SAR 800,000; Limited Duration residence costs SAR 100,000 a year and is renewable. Both require proof of financial capacity. The Real Estate Owner route requires completed residential property worth at least SAR 4,000,000, free of any mortgage and valued by an accredited valuer, and the residence remains valid only while you own the property. Premium Residency does not automatically lead to Saudi citizenship.
Key benefits of Saudi Premium Residency
- No employer or local sponsor needed
- Permanent residence for a one-time payment
- Include your spouse, children under 25 and parents
- No expatriate dependant levy for your family
- Free exit and re-entry for you and your family
Why Global Immigrate for Saudi Premium Residency
- with a one-time SAR 800,000
- Permanent
- spouse, children under 25 and parents
- 3 generations
- families helped by Global Immigrate across all programmes
- 500+
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All service fees and third-party costs are set out in writing before you sign — no hidden charges — and our refund terms are explained clearly.
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GI Group’s teams can handle pre-immigration tax, asset allocation, your children’s education and overseas property at the same time, so the arrangements never conflict.
Our three guarantees
Full service-fee refund if refused
Guaranteed in your service agreement: if your application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full — or you can switch to another suitable programme at no extra charge.
No extra charge for further documents or resubmission
If the authorities request further documents, or an application must be resubmitted, we handle it at no additional service fee.
Handled by professionals, fee fixed at signing
Every application is prepared and reviewed by our professional immigration team. Your service fee is fixed when you sign, with no additional charges afterwards.
Service fees exclude investment amounts, government fees and third-party costs. Refusals caused by false or incomplete information, or by the applicant not cooperating as required, are not eligible for a refund. Full terms are set out in the service agreement.
Requirements
Applicants generally need to meet the following:
- A valid passport
- Proof of financial capacity
- No criminal record and a satisfactory medical examination
- Property route: completed residential property worth SAR 4,000,000 or more, free of any mortgage
- Investor route: an investment of SAR 7,000,000 creating jobs
The main Premium Residency routes
| Route | Main requirement |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Duration (permanent) | One-time SAR 800,000 |
| Limited Duration | SAR 100,000 a year, renewable |
| Real Estate Owner | Completed home worth SAR 4,000,000 or more, free of mortgage (application fee SAR 4,000) |
| Investor | An investment of SAR 7,000,000, creating jobs |
| Entrepreneur | Funding of at least SAR 400,000 from an accredited entity |
| Special Talent | By profession and monthly salary |
Category-based residence is generally valid for up to five years, and some categories can convert to permanent residence once residence conditions are met. Subject to the Premium Residency Center’s latest announcements.
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Application process
- Assessment and choice of route2–4 weeksWe compare the routes against your funds, property and background and confirm the right category.
- Documents1–2 monthsPrepare your passport, proof of finances and property or investment documents.
- Online applicationDepends on processingApply and pay the fees through the Premium Residency Center’s platform.
- Residence and family registrationAfter approvalReceive your residence and register your spouse, children and parents.
Saudi Premium Residency client stories
“Being able to include my parents was the main reason we chose Saudi Premium Residency.”
Premium Residency for three generations.
Mr Lee, Hong Kong“After comparing the annual fee with the one-time payment, we chose permanent residence for SAR 800,000.”
Unlimited Duration (permanent) residence granted.
Mr Chou, Taipei“They reminded me the property route needs a completed home free of any mortgage, so I didn’t buy the wrong property.”
Residence granted under the Real Estate Owner route.
Ms Cheung, Hong KongSaudi Premium ResidencyFAQ
Does Premium Residency lead to citizenship?
It does not automatically lead to Saudi citizenship; Premium Residency is long-term or permanent residence.
What is the difference between SAR 800,000 and SAR 4,000,000?
SAR 800,000 is a one-time fee for permanent residence. SAR 4,000,000 is the property value threshold for the Real Estate Owner route, where the application fee is SAR 4,000 and the residence lasts as long as you own the property.
Can mortgaged property be used for the property route?
No. It must be completed residential property, free of any mortgage, and valued by an accredited valuer.
Can my family apply with me?
Yes — your spouse, children under 25 and parents can be included.
Can foreigners buy property in Saudi Arabia?
From January 2026 a new law allows foreigners to buy residential property in most major cities; some areas remain restricted.
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