Education Spending in Saudi Arabia

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Education Spending in Saudi Arabia 2025: Investing in Human Capital

Education spending in Saudi Arabia in 2025 remains one of the largest allocations in the national budget. The Kingdom spends approximately SAR 180 to 200 billion annually on education and training, representing roughly 15 to 18 per cent of total government expenditure. As a share of GDP, education spending hovers between 5 and 7 per cent, above the global average and among the highest in the G20. This sustained investment reflects the centrality of human capital development to Vision 2030’s economic diversification and competitiveness objectives.

Saudi Arabia Budget on SAUDI VISION 2030 Intelligence Platform

Education Spending in Saudi Arabia

Education Spending in Saudi Arabia 2025: Investing in Human Capital