Pakistani Overseas Worker Salary Guide 2026

By Trade

Monthly salary ranges (2026).

Ranges below are indicative monthly basic salary, from general trades up to certified specialists and supervisors. Most Gulf contracts add free accommodation, transport and a food allowance on top, plus overtime. Europe figures (EUR) are for work-permit roles in markets such as Romania.

Trade	Saudi Arabia	UAE	Europe (Romania)
QC / QA Inspector	SAR 4,000–8,000	AED 4,500–9,000	€1,500–2,500
Site Supervisor / Foreman	SAR 3,500–7,000	AED 4,000–8,000	€1,400–2,200
Welder (6G certified)	SAR 3,000–6,000	AED 3,500–6,500	€1,400–2,200
Heavy Equipment Operator	SAR 2,500–5,000	AED 2,800–5,500	€1,200–1,900
Senior Technician (Mech/Elec/Instr.)	SAR 2,500–5,000	AED 2,800–5,500	€1,200–1,900
Electrician	SAR 1,800–3,500	AED 2,000–4,000	€1,000–1,700
Mechanic	SAR 1,800–3,500	AED 2,000–4,000	€1,000–1,600
Welder (3G/4G)	SAR 2,000–3,500	AED 2,200–4,000	€1,100–1,600
Driver (HTV / heavy)	SAR 1,800–3,200	AED 2,000–3,800	€1,000–1,500
Plumber	SAR 1,500–2,800	AED 1,800–3,200	€1,000–1,500
Scaffolder	SAR 1,500–2,600	AED 1,700–3,000	€1,000–1,500
Carpenter (Shuttering)	SAR 1,500–2,600	AED 1,700–3,000	€1,000–1,500
Cook / Chef	SAR 1,500–3,500	AED 1,800–4,000	€1,000–1,800
Mason	SAR 1,400–2,400	AED 1,600–2,800	€1,000–1,400
Steel Fixer	SAR 1,400–2,400	AED 1,600–2,800	€1,000–1,400
Labourer / Helper	SAR 1,000–1,500	AED 1,100–1,700	€800–1,100

What Moves the Number

What determines actual pay.

Certification — a 6G-certified welder or licensed heavy operator earns far above a general tradesman.
Experience — documented Gulf/site experience lifts the offer.
Country & employer — packages vary by market and by company.
Overtime & allowances — accommodation, food, transport and OT often add 20–40% to take-home value.

FAQ

Salary questions.

Are these salaries guaranteed?

No. These are indicative monthly basic-salary ranges based on market conditions and our placement experience as of 2026. Actual pay depends on the employer, the worker's experience and certification, the country, and the contract; many roles add overtime, food and accommodation.

Do workers also get accommodation and food?

In most Gulf contracts, employers provide accommodation and transport, and often a food allowance or meals, on top of the basic salary shown here.

Which trades earn the most?

Certified specialists earn the most — 6G welders, heavy-equipment operators, senior technicians and supervisors command the highest packages, well above general labour.

Disclaimer: Figures are indicative market ranges as of 2026 for guidance only and are not a guarantee of any specific salary. Actual remuneration is set by the employer and the individual contract. For a live quotation on a specific role and country, contact our team.