Living in the UK while working in Saudi Arabia

By Mark 22 May 2022

Can I live in the UK and work remotely for a company in Saudi Arabia?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. You will need a visa. The UK is an extremely attractive destination for foreign workers and it is therefore very easy for people to enter the country and work.
  2. Your visa may be refused. The Home Office is quite strict about visas and they may refuse your visa if they feel that you do not meet the requirements.
  3. You will need a work permit. This is a document that is issued by your employer in Saudi Arabia.
  4. You will need to pay an exit tax.
  5. You may not be allowed to work for the same company for a longer period of time.
  6. Your contract may not be allowed to be longer than six months.
  7. Your salary may be lower than what you are used to.

How to get a visa?
There are two ways to get a visa. You can apply for a work visa or a residence visa.
A work visa is a visa that allows you to work in the UK. This is the most common visa.
A residence visa is a visa that allows you to live in the UK. This is usually given to those who have a job offer from a company in the UK.

How long does it take to get a visa?
The length of time it takes to get a visa depends on the type of visa.
The length of time it takes to get a work visa depends on the type of visa.

How to find remote work in Saudi Arabia while living in the UK?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Saudi Arabia even though you are located in the UK. For that we will discuss some tips on how to find remote work in Saudi Arabia.

You can get remote jobs in Saudi Arabia
There are many companies in Saudi Arabia that are offering remote jobs. You can get a remote job in Saudi Arabia and work from home. But there are a few things that you should know before applying for a remote job in Saudi Arabia.
Before you start applying for a remote job in Saudi Arabia, you should know that the salary will be lower than the salary you will get in Saudi Arabia. Also, the working hours of the job will be different.
Here are the top tips to find remote work in Saudi Arabia.

  1. How to find remote work in Saudi Arabia?
    There are many ways to find remote work in Saudi Arabia. You can use your personal network or you can search online.
    1.1. Personal network
    If you have a personal network, then you can ask your friends and family members for remote jobs. You can ask them to forward your resume to the companies that they know.
    1.2. Online search
    You can search for remote jobs online. You can search for jobs in the local job boards. You can also search for jobs on the remote job sites.
  2. How to apply for a remote job in Saudi Arabia?
    You can apply for a remote job in Saudi Arabia in the same way as you apply for a regular job.

How to get paid in the UK when working remotely for a corporation in Saudi Arabia?

You can get paid in the UK even if you are working for a company in Saudi Arabia, however , you will have to pay a lot of taxes.

I was wondering how to get paid in the UK when working remotely for a corporation in Saudi Arabia?
I have been working remotely for a company in Saudi Arabia for the past 3 years. I have been working for them for the past 3 years.

How do taxes work in the UK if I’m working remotely for a company the UK?

When working remotely in the UK for a firm based in Saudi Arabia, taxes might be tricky, therefore I would like to know how the UK tax system works for someone who is working remotely for a UK based company.

There are two types of tax in the UK: Income tax and corporation tax.
Income tax is paid on the individual’s income, which is generally the salary they receive.
Corporation tax is paid on the company’s income, which is generally the company’s profits.
In the UK, corporation tax is paid at a rate of 20% on profits, and the government is entitled to take 50% of the profits as a tax credit.
The UK is a member of the European Union, and the EU has a common system for corporation tax. The UK corporation tax rate is currently 20%.
In the UK, income tax is paid at a rate of 40% on the individual’s income, and the government is entitled to take 50% of the income as a tax credit.
The UK is a member of the European Union, and the EU has a common system for income tax. The UK income tax rate is currently 40%.
The UK has a single income tax rate of 40%. This is the rate applicable to individuals.
The UK has a single corporation tax rate of 20%. This is the rate applicable to companies.