Life in KSA

Saudi Arabia Suspends 3 Recruitment Offices, Revokes Licences of 11 Others

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced on Monday the results of its inspection campaign targeting recruitment offices and companies during the first quarter of 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to regulate the sector and ensure compliance. The ministry said regulatory action was taken against 14 recruitment offices following the detection ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Suspends 3 Recruitment Offices, Revokes Licences of 11 Others" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-suspends-recruitment-offices/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Suspends 3 Recruitment Offices, Revokes Licences of 11 Others">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Enforces 60% Saudization in Marketing and Sales Jobs Effective Today

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced the start of enforcement of two decisions raising localization rates in marketing and sales professions, effective April 19, 2026, following the expiration of the grace period granted to private sector establishments. The ministry said the measures are part of ongoing efforts to create additional employment ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Enforces 60% Saudization in Marketing and Sales Jobs Effective Today" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudization-60-marketing-sales-expats/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Enforces 60% Saudization in Marketing and Sales Jobs Effective Today">Read more</a>

Hajj 2026: Makkah Entry Permit Eligibility & Rules

If you’re an expat living in Saudi Arabia, this is one announcement you really cannot afford to ignore right now. Saudi Arabia has officially activated its Makkah entry restriction system ahead of Hajj 2026 — and the rules are stricter, the fines are higher, and the whole process is now fully digital. Whether you need ... <a title="Hajj 2026: Makkah Entry Permit Eligibility & Rules" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/makkah-entry-permit-for-hajj-2026/" aria-label="Read more about Hajj 2026: Makkah Entry Permit Eligibility & Rules">Read more</a>

Saudi HRSD Launches Phase Two of Authenticated Employment Contracts

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has launched the second phase of the “Authenticated Employment Contract as an Enforceable Instrument” initiative, expanding its coverage to fixed-term contracts upon renewal or extension. Under the initiative, employers are required to document or update employment contracts through the Qiwa platform and obtain an execution number ... <a title="Saudi HRSD Launches Phase Two of Authenticated Employment Contracts" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hrsd-phase-two-authenticated-employment-contracts/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi HRSD Launches Phase Two of Authenticated Employment Contracts">Read more</a>

Aquarabia Qiddiya City: Opening Date, Rides, Ticket Prices, Dress Code and More

Saudi Arabia is about to make one of the biggest splashes in the region’s entertainment history. On April 23, 2026, Aquarabia Qiddiya City officially opens its gates to the public — and if you’re living in Riyadh or planning a visit to the Kingdom, this is one day out you genuinely don’t want to miss. ... <a title="Aquarabia Qiddiya City: Opening Date, Rides, Ticket Prices, Dress Code and More" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/aquarabia-qiddiya-city-ticket-prices-rides-dress-code/" aria-label="Read more about Aquarabia Qiddiya City: Opening Date, Rides, Ticket Prices, Dress Code and More">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Mandates 100% Saudization for 69 Administrative Jobs

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has issued Ministerial Order No. 132249, mandating 100% Saudization across 69 supporting administrative professions in the private sector. The decision, dated April 5, 2026, applies to all private sector establishments employing one or more workers in the listed roles. The order is part of the ministry’s ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Mandates 100% Saudization for 69 Administrative Jobs" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-saudization-69-administrative-professions-2026/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Mandates 100% Saudization for 69 Administrative Jobs">Read more</a>