Saudi Arabia Etiquette, Dress Code, Safety & Emergency Numbers (911 (Unified Emergency in Riyadh, Makkah/Jeddah & Eastern Province), 997 (Ambulance), 930 (24/7 Tourism Call Center))
Essential cultural customs, dress codes at religious and royal sites, tipping rules, and emergency contacts (911 (Unified Emergency in Riyadh, Makkah/Jeddah & Eastern Province), 997 (Ambulance), 930 (24/7 Tourism Call Center)) in Saudi Arabia.
Cultural Etiquette & Dress Codes
10% at upscale sit-down restaurants if service charge is not included; 5–10 SAR for hotel bellhops or coffee servers; 15% VAT is already included in all displayed prices across Saudi Arabia. Desalinated tap water is clean for brushing teeth, while sealed bottled water (Nova, Berain, Tania — 1 to 2 SAR) is universally preferred for drinking.
Safety, Plugs (Type G (230V / 60Hz — British three-rectangular-blade plug, identical to UK and UAE)) & Emergency Contacts
Saudi Arabia uses Type G (230V / 60Hz — British three-rectangular-blade plug, identical to UK and UAE) electrical outlets (Type G (230V / 60Hz — British three-rectangular-blade plug, identical to UK and UAE)). Tap water guidance: Desalinated tap water is clean for brushing teeth, while sealed bottled water (Nova, Berain, Tania — 1 to 2 SAR) is universally preferred for drinking.. Keep emergency numbers saved offline: 911 (Unified Emergency in Riyadh, Makkah/Jeddah & Eastern Province), 997 (Ambulance), 930 (24/7 Tourism Call Center).