Salary guide
Doctor (General Practitioner) Salary in Saudi Arabia (2026)
How much do Doctor (General Practitioner) jobs pay in Saudi Arabia? Monthly pay in SAR, salary by experience, a GCC comparison and the sources behind each figure.
Quick answer
What moves the salary
- Sources disagree widely. GulfTalent averages SAR 8,500 (36 GPs); Bayt averages about SAR 12,200.
- ZenHR's benchmark is higher: SAR 18,000-40,000 (median 25,000) for GPs with 3-7 years' experience.
Doctor (General Practitioner) salary across the GCC
| Country | Monthly salary | Approx. USD | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 8,500 - 40,000 | ≈ $2,300 - $10,700 | Gross |
| UAE | AED 7,000 - 20,000 | ≈ $1,900 - $5,400 | Gross |
| Qatar | QAR 11,700 - 40,000 | ≈ $3,200 - $11,000 | Gross |
| Kuwait | KWD 1,000 - 1,800 | ≈ $3,300 - $5,900 | Basic |
| Bahrain | BHD 700 - 1,500 | ≈ $1,900 - $4,000 | Basic |
| Oman | OMR 1,000 - 1,800 | ≈ $2,600 - $4,700 | Basic |
Gross includes the usual allowances and basic does not - compare like with like.
Where these figures come from
Frequently asked questions
What is the average Doctor (General Practitioner) salary in Saudi Arabia?
Between SAR 8,500 and SAR 40,000 a month, depending on experience, qualifications and employer.
Are Doctor (General Practitioner) salaries in Saudi Arabia tax-free?
There is no personal income tax on salaries, so the figure you are offered is what you take home before any social-insurance deduction that applies to you.
Does the salary include housing and transport allowances?
The figures above are gross packages including the usual allowances. Basic salary is typically about 60% of the total - and it is what end-of-service gratuity is calculated on in most GCC countries.
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