Moving to Riyadh - Advice Please

Hi Andrew, while I can't recommend a specific compound in Riyadh, I suggest having a look at our Accommodation in Riyadh page for a list of compounds in the city. Also have a look at our Accommodation in Saudi Arabia page which gives some general tips on finding a compound in the Kingdom. You should also chat to your company representative and colleagues in Saudi Arabia, who should be able to give you some more guidance as to the best compounds in Riyadh to suit your needs and budget.

Different rules apply to different compounds with regards to pets and the facilities which they provide for families and entertainment. Women's rights are restricted in Saudi Arabia, but within a compound, you'll find that your wife will have more freedoms than she will outside of the complex, and there is generally a sense of community amongst the wives, who often have social gatherings and support groups for each other. To read more about what you can expect in terms of the culture and women in the Kingdom, please have a look at our Culture shock in Saudi Arabia and Women in Saudi Arabia pages. For other general info about Riyadh, check out our Riyadh expat guide.

There is no better way to learn about what life in Saudi is really like than to hear from expats living there, so have a read through som of our interviews we've conducted with expats there on our Expat Experiences in Saudi Arabia page.

Good luck with your relocation and house hunt! I hope it all goes well for you!

hi, my husband just arrived in riyadh.. me and the kids are to follow him. we have 3 kids 3 yrs old, 4 and 7, we are from uk... theres not much info about schools in riyadh. The websites have ltd info, u hear diffrent things all the time about various schools, ive heard of manarat school and ar rowed, but for each school u hear equally good things and negative things... for the british international school i dont know if they offer arabic and islamic studies... any suggestions?

Hello Andy, We are providing modern and western standard compound residence in Riyadh city. We have availability in 2 bed apartments, 3 bed townhouses and duplex villas as well as 4 bedroom villas. The rent range is between SR 155,000 to SR 400,000 depending on the units size and type. Please contact me at albustan.vilage2010@gmail.com