Re: Work in Saudi Arabia for $20K/month tax free - what would you do?
 

I retired from the Federal Government (DOD) civilian. I always worked in Foreign Military Sales and had the Saudi Arabia program for almost 20 years. I was fortunate to travel to Riyadh once and it was an experience of a lifetime. I mostly dealt with US officers or contractors, but at meetings in the USA I met numerous Saudis during my career and became close to several. Everything Red is saying is right on target. I must admit though I always found it amazing the civilians I met who worked in Saudi, Egypt, Kuwait, etc, for numerous years. Yes, the money would have been great, but I could never leave the USA for such a long period of time.

Re: Work in Saudi Arabia for $20K/month tax free - what would you do?
 

Had a similar offer only for Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. I asked if it was cold there. He said they were on the Russian border. I told him to call me back if he had something in Costa Rica.

It did give me pause to think about retirement. I don't think I could ever give up "owning" my time. The only things I need a watch for are tee times and doctor appointments. Personally, I can't think of a realistic amount of money that would tempt me out of retirement.

Re: Work in Saudi Arabia for $20K/month tax free - what would you do?
 

Redwitch,

I agree with what you said. I've never been to Saudi Arabia, but I believe that there are good people everywhere and living in a country is the best way to discover that fact.
I think that most people everywhere would just like to live a happy and peaceful life. It's the governments that have the problems in my opinion.

I've traveled quite a bit, and we've always found people in other countries to be very kind and helpful.

Jan

Re: Work in Saudi Arabia for $20K/month tax free - what would you do?
 

Cabo,

I know exactly what you mean. I have no desire to work - have no time to do that. :-)

I have a girl friend who keeps working several days a week, and then complaining how tiring it is to do that. She doesn't need the money. I don't get it.

Re: Work in Saudi Arabia for $20K/month tax free - what would you do?
 

Re: Work in Saudi Arabia for $20K/month tax free - what would you do?
 

While I've decided not to pursue the offer, this has all been fascinating information and I appreciate your thoughts.