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Expats in Saudi Arabia Could Lose Qiwa Registration Without Valid Work Permits
Saudi Arabia’s Qiwa platform, operating under the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, has issued updated guidelines placing firm limits on employment contracts for Saudi nationals and…
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How to Get a Salary Certificate Through Qiwa in Saudi Arabia
A salary certificate is an official document that confirms your employment and outlines exactly what you earn. It is an officially issued digital document linked to your employment…
How to Reduce Notice Period in Saudi Arabia
Changing jobs is a big decision, especially for expatriates working in Saudi Arabia. One of the first things to consider is your notice period. Understanding the rules regarding…
How to Check Your Employment Contract in Saudi Arabia
For expatriates working in Saudi Arabia, understanding the terms of their employment contract is essential for a smooth work experience. The Qiwa platform, developed by the Saudi Ministry…
How to Terminate Your Employment Contract Through Qiwa
Managing and terminating your employment contract in Saudi Arabia has become simpler with the Qiwa platform. This article provides a detailed guide on how to view and terminate…
How to Obtain Salary or Experience Certificates from Qiwa
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development’s Qiwa platform offers a range of electronic services, including salary and experience certificates. These services help employees easily access important…
How to Check Eligibility of Worker in Saudi Arabia Online
Guide to Checking Worker Eligibility on the Qiwa Platform Saudi Arabia has introduced the professional verification program (SVP) in 2021. The goal of this program is to assess…
Job transfer: Iqama fee arrears to be paid by the old employer
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) in Saudi Arabia has exempted private-sector businesses from paying government fee arrears for workers who are transferring their services.…
How to Accept Transfer Request in Qiwa
Employee approval is required for iqama transfers (sponsorship transfers) following the implementation of the Labor Reform Initiative (LRI) in Saudi Arabia. This article explains how can an employee accepts…
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.…
How to register on Qiwa platform
Qiwa Platform The Qiwa portal has introduced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) to combine all the employment services under one electronic roof. The…