KSA Expats Blog
Practical Saudi guides, news updates and explainers for expats living and working in the Kingdom.
When and How Employment Contracts Expire: Everything You Need to Know
Termination Clauses in Employment Contracts An employment contract is a legal agreement between an employer and employee, which outlines the terms and conditions of their working relationship. It…
When Can an Employee Leave a Job Without Notice?
Understanding the Rights of Employees to Leave Without Notice In any employment relationship, both the employer and the employee have certain rights and obligations that they must adhere…
How to Check How Many Employees in your Company Online
Introduction Have you ever wondered how many people are working in your company or the sponsor in Saudi Arabia? This information is now available online. This post will…
List of 20 IT Companies in Saudi Arabia
Here is a list of 25 leading IT companies operating in Saudi Arabia, along with brief descriptions of their services: 1. Sahara Net: An information and communications technology…
Conditions to Change the Profession in Saudi Arabia
Eligibility Conditions to Change Occupation in Saudi Arabia According to the Qiwa portal, the following are the eligibility conditions for changing the profession in Saudi Arabia. Company Eligibility…
How to share your profile through the Qiwa portal?
You can now share your profile with others through the Qiwa portal here is how, Login to the Qiwa platform https://auth.qiwa.sa/en/sign-in Select “Share Profile” under Services and Tools.…
Saudi Arabia to conduct professional exams for new expat engineers before entering the Kingdom
Authorities in Saudi Arabia have decided to conduct a professional examination for expatriate engineers who seek to come to the Kingdom on new job visas. The new decision…
Conditions for expatriate workers to change job without employer’s consent
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRD) has announced eight conditions under which expat workers can change jobs without needing approval from their current employer. These…
How to Register with ‘SOCPA’ in Saudi Arabia?
SOCPA Registration SOCPA stands for “Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants“. According to the new regulations applicable from 31-08-2019, it is mandatory for all accounting professionals living and…
Expat Engineers in Saudi Arabia: A Five-Year Experience Requirement
Saudi Arabia is a hub for engineers from across the world, offering exciting opportunities in construction, technology, and other sectors. However, there’s a key rule for expats wanting…