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Saudi Premium Residency: how to qualify and what it costs

June 18, 2026June 13, 2026 by Sara Al-Rashid

Saudi Premium Residency is a permanent or annual renewable residence permit for high-net-worth individuals who want to live, work, own property, and invest in Saudi Arabia without a Saudi sponsor. Two tiers exist: Permanent Premium Residency at

GCC investor and residence visas compared: UAE, Saudi, Bahrain, Qatar

June 18, 2026May 26, 2026 by Sara Al-Rashid

Every GCC country offers investor and entrepreneur residence pathways, but the structures, thresholds, and benefits differ significantly. The UAE’s Golden Visa is the most developed programme, with 5- and 10-year terms and the lowest effective th

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