#Jeddah life

As tens of thousands of Egyptians continue heading to Saudi Arabia for work each year, their immigration experiences reflect a broader geo-economic dynamic shaping the Middle East today. While the move offers financial opportunity for many, it also brings challenges shaped by changing labour policies and legal frameworks. Since the 1970s, Saudi Arabia has remained the primary regional destination for Egyptian labour migration, especially following the oil boom. A 2024 study in Comparative Migration Studies showed that Egypt has been…