Packer positions in Dammam

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, the minimum wage for Saudi nationals in the private sector including packing jobs is SAR 4,000 per month as of 2026. This applies to full-time contracts and excludes housing or transport allowances. Overtime pay is SAR 15 per hour at 150% rate.

Expatriate packers in warehouses earn a basic salary of SAR 1,800 per month plus SAR 400 food allowance and SAR 300 housing as per contracts registered on Qiwa in 2026. Total compensation reaches SAR 2,500 monthly for 48-hour weeks. Contracts specify these amounts for visa approval.

Foreigners need an employer-sponsored temporary work visa followed by Iqama residence permit. Employer pays SAR 2,400 work permit fee and SAR 650 annual Iqama fee as of 2026. Processing completes in 5-7 working days via Qiwa after contract approval.

No university degree is required; secondary school certificate suffices for entry-level packing jobs. Zero prior experience needed, but candidates aged 21-60 must pass medical examination. Skills assessment via Qiwa is mandatory for contract issuance.