These programs did not aim at firing or driving out foreigners from the Kingdom. Expat dependent fee is just an economic reform to generate greater revenues. If you look into the campaign “A nation without violators,” it was just to clear out illegal expats from the country.

It was essential to clear our statistics and give legal status to the people residing with us. It had nothing to do with driving expats out of Saudi Arabia.

The biggest example of the positive attitude of Kingdom towards expats is of the launching of Green card to the Expats under the Vision 2030. This way the expats will become permanent residents of Saudi Arabia.

They will be soon Green card holders in Saudi Arabia as there are in other nations. These green card holders will enjoy nationality and benefits.

Well, the interview has highlighted the need for skilled expats in Saudi Arabia for economic development of the country and has cleared out the Expats do have a future in Saudi Arabia. The vision 2030 is all about development and reforms which will require expats help and assistance.

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