Khafji, Saudi Arabia

Capital City

Living in Khafji means accepting the dominance of the oil industry. This city of 28,426°N 48,30°E near the Kuwaiti border is essentially a company town, with nearby facilities like the Safaniya Oil Field and Tanajib industrial complex driving the economy. While the border crossing with Kuwait is the busiest in the country, don't expect much in the way of amenities or diversions - Khafji's hot desert climate and lack of a civilian airport make it a less-than-ideal destination for most expats. If you don't mind the bureaucratic headaches and isolation, this may be the Saudi outpost for you.