Nursing Salaries & Benefits in Saudi Arabia

Nursing salaries in Saudi Arabia vary according to the hospital, position, nursing speciality, qualifications and relevant clinical experience.

Some hospitals operate defined salary scales, while other nursing positions may have salaries that are individually assessed or negotiable.

Profco (Professional Connections) recruits experienced international nurses for opportunities with leading hospitals in Saudi Arabia, including King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC)

There is no single salary that applies to every international nurse.

Depending on the employer and position, your salary may be influenced by:

Where salary is negotiable, candidates may be asked to provide recent payslips or information about their current remuneration.

Saudi Arabia does not generally impose personal income tax on an individual's employment income. Nursing salaries earned from employment in Saudi Arabia are therefore generally paid without Saudi personal income tax.

Your tax position outside Saudi Arabia will depend on your individual circumstances and country of tax residence. Professional tax advice should be obtained where required.

KFSH&RC nursing salaries may be negotiable and assessed according to qualifications, relevant experience, current remuneration and the individual position.

Current benefits may include:

Competitive Tax-Free Salary – Based on qualifications, relevant experience and current remuneration.

Sign-On Bonus – USD 2,500 for a one-year contract or USD 5,000 for a two-year contract.

Transport Allowance

Approximately 50 Days' Leave Per Year – 36 calendar days' annual leave plus approximately 12–14 days of public holidays.

Annual Hospital Bonus from Year Two – One month's salary at the end of year two and every year thereafter.

End-of-Service / Severance Pay– 15 days' pay for every completed year of service.

Paid Overtime & On-Call– Additional earning opportunities where applicable.

Fully Paid Flights – Joining flight, end-of-contract flight and annual flight when re-contracting.

Reimbursement of Eligible Recruitment & Licensing Costs– Including eligible medical, verification/DataFlow and visa-related costs, subject to the applicable reimbursement arrangement.

Benefits and employment conditions may change and can vary according to the individual position and contract. Candidates should always refer to their specific vacancy and formal employment offer.

If you are an experienced Registered Nurse considering working in Saudi Arabia, register or sign in to MyProfco upload your current CV or résumé and message Profco (Professional Connections) through your MyProfco record.

We can assess your qualifications, speciality and relevant experience against suitable current vacancies and explain the salary and employment package applicable to the position.