Moving to Gibraltar from Saudi Arabia

moving to

What to Expect

A comprehensive look at what changes when you move from Saudi Arabia to Gibraltar — from daily expenses to quality of life.

If you moved from Saudi Arabia to Gibraltar, and you’d need to navigate life in English.

Planning this move? Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from vetted international movers. Get free quotes ↓

Get free moving quotes to Gibraltar

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Key Indicator Comparison

How Saudi Arabia and Gibraltar stack up on safety, healthcare, jobs, and infrastructure.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

per 100,000 people per year

SA
0.8
GI
3.2

Saudi Arabia performs better than Gibraltar across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SA
18.5t
GI
16.1t

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Saudi Arabia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SA
37.0
GI
70.2
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2022

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

SA
11,835 kWh
GI
5,424 kWh

Saudi Arabia generally does better on infrastructure, though Gibraltar leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SA
4.9%
GI
1.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SA
$49,600
GI
$61,700

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Saudi Arabia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SA
76.7 yrs
GI
80.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SA
12.3
GI
6.2

Gibraltar performs significantly better than Saudi Arabia across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Saudi Arabia and Gibraltar. To live, work, or study long-term in Gibraltar, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Gibraltar's immigration authority.

Saudi Arabia passport

Saudi Arabia passport holder visiting Gibraltar

Visa Required
Saudi Arabia passport holders need a visa to enter Gibraltar.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Gibraltar?

With 70.2 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people, Gibraltar can support video calls in major cities. The hard part is paperwork — visa category, employer policy on overseas staff, and tax residency in Saudi Arabia and Gibraltar.

Is Gibraltar safe for expats?

Saudi Arabia performs better than Gibraltar across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Gibraltar is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.8 in Saudi Arabia.

What language do they speak in Gibraltar?

The official language in Gibraltar is English. In Saudi Arabia, the official language is Arabic.

Share this

At a Glance

SA GI
Population 35,354,380 29,573
Currency Saudi Riyal (SAR) Gibraltar Pound (GIP)
Languages Arabic English
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +966 +350
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 911