Salary is tax-free, free housing, transport, healthcare and annual flight fare; plus, getting the chance to work in hospitals that are well-equipped, plus, the opportunity for international exposure.

The salary of a nurse can be affected by their previous nursing experience, the hospital type, or the nurse's area of specialty. As a rule, nurses earn an excellent tax-free income, in addition to other benefits.

Yes, in Saudi Arabia, all income is tax-free. Therefore, the nurse can maximize their savings in comparison to most countries.

Many hospitals/systems are accepting foreign nurses, including government hospitals, military hospitals, private hospitals, and specialised medical facilities.

Not necessarily. Although previous Gulf experience may be advantageous, there are many hospitals in Saudi Arabia that will employ qualified nurses without any previous Middle East experience.

In order to qualify as a nurse, you must have either a BSc Nursing degree or a General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) diploma obtained from accredited institutions, along with evidence of nursing registration being valid for practicing in your own country.

Yes, many hospitals require nurses to have had 1-2 years of clinical experience following registration.

Yes, most hospitals in Saudi Arabia use some form of English. Therefore, it will be necessary to have reasonably good communication skills.

Generally speaking, hospitals prefer candidates aged 21-45. However, this varies among employers.

Yes, dataflow verification of educational qualifications or other relevant documents is generally required to obtain licensing.

The Saudi Prometric test is a national licensing examination that must be passed in order to practice as a registered nurse in Saudi Arabia. More information can be found on the SCFHS website.

You may participate in a structured coaching or study group as well as in the administration of mock exams that have been designed specifically for Saudi licensure testing.

In general, candidates are allowed to take the test multiple times. However, specific test site policies may differ. It is considered wise to prepare very thoroughly, anticipating that not more than one opportunity will be given.

The overall passing score will depend upon the guidelines established by the SCFHS. However, the passing score is normally within 50 to 60%.

In most cases, yes, most employers will not confirm an offer of employment until after employment has cleared the Prometric examination test scores.

After the acceptance of a job offer, the Saudi sponsor will be the entity to provide their sponsorship to obtain a work visa for the nurse.

When a nurse enters Saudi Arabia, their work or employment visa might be changed to an Iqama (residence permit).

The waiting time for work visa issuance usually takes 4-8 weeks, depending on the visa requirements, including documentation and embassy processing.

Yes, a GAMCA-approved medical fitness test is required before the Saudi Arabian Embassy/Consulate processes the work visa.

Once a nurse receives an Iqama, the nurse can apply for family visas provided that the nurse meets the minimum salary requirements.

The applications can be made through the official Dynamic Health Staff web page for Saudi Arabia.

Dynamic Health Staff is proud to follow ethical recruitment practices. Please refer to the team for clarified and truthful assistance.

In general, you are going to need your resume, nursing registration, your schooling certificates, a copy of your passport, your nursing experience certificate, and your Prometric results.

Yes, the majority of the Saudi Arabian hospitals conduct all of their interviews using Zoom or similar types of platforms.

Candidates who have been on the shortlist will be contacted directly for the subsequent process required.

Most employers will provide either free furnished housing or a housing allowance as part of your contract.

Standard hours for nursing are approximately 48 hours/week, in rotation.

Yes, Saudi Arabia is very safe for women due to their strict laws and regulations regarding public safety.

Saudi Arabia is home to many expatriates and has many modern malls, international restaurants, and recreational activities.

You can find comprehensive country information at: https://www.dynamichealthstaff.com/countries/saudi-arabia.

Yes, nurses can be promoted to be a senior nurse, charge nurse, or nurse manager on the basis of their performance and experience.

After fulfilling your contract obligations, you may be eligible to transfer if you obtain your employer’s permission.

Yes, there are a number of hospitals in Saudi Arabia that offer training for specialty positions such as ICU nurse, ER nurse, NICU nurse, OT nurse, etc.

Your experience working for a hospital in Saudi Arabia will be very highly regarded throughout the Gulf region and beyond.

Yes, your contract can generally be renewed if both the nurse and the employer agree.

Normally, the process lasts between two and four months, depending on exam clearance, interviews, licensing, and visa processing.

Document verification through DataFlow takes anywhere from 3 – 6 weeks, depending on when your documentation will be verified.

It is recommended that you complete this examination early in your recruitment process to prevent any delays.

Travelling is generally booked within 1 – 3 weeks of when you have received your visa stamp and ticket.

Dynamic Health Staff will assist you through the entire process by providing assistance with your exam preparation, documentation, preparation for your interview, and the visa process.