Huroob

HRSD Allows Workers Reported “Absent from Work” to Transfer Sponsorship

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has introduced a new initiative, effective September 18, 2025, through the Qiwa platform, enabling professional workers who were previously reported as “absent from work” to legally transfer their sponsorship to a new employer. According to the ministry, the program aims to protect contractual rights, enhance the attractiveness of Saudi Arabia’s labor market, and ensure compliance ... <a title="HRSD Allows Workers Reported “Absent from Work” to Transfer Sponsorship" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hdrsd-absent-work-transfer/" aria-label="Read more about HRSD Allows Workers Reported “Absent from Work” to Transfer Sponsorship">Read more</a>

6-Month Grace Period to Fix Status of Absent Domestic Workers

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has started a 6-month grace period from today (Sunday) for domestic workers reported as absent from work (huroob) who are still living in the Kingdom. This new step gives both domestic workers and employers a chance to correct their legal status. The full process can be ... <a title="6-Month Grace Period to Fix Status of Absent Domestic Workers" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/grace-period-absent-domestic-workers-ksa/" aria-label="Read more about 6-Month Grace Period to Fix Status of Absent Domestic Workers">Read more</a>

Absher Launches New Service to Report Absconding Visit Visa Holders

The Ministry of Interior’s Absher platform has introduced a new service that enables residents to report cases of visit visa holders absconding after their visas have expired. This service ensures accountability and provides a streamlined process for addressing such incidents. Key Conditions for Reporting Absconding Visit Visa Holders To file a report, the following conditions ... <a title="Absher Launches New Service to Report Absconding Visit Visa Holders" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/absher-report-visit-visa/" aria-label="Read more about Absher Launches New Service to Report Absconding Visit Visa Holders">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Grants Grace Period for Huroob Workers to Correct Status

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has announced a 60-day grace period for Huroob(runaway) foreign workers to correct their status through the Qiwa platform. This campaign runs from December 1, 2024, to January 29, 2025. Workers with absence reports can use this period to transfer their services to a new employer. The ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Grants Grace Period for Huroob Workers to Correct Status" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-60-day-grace-huroob-workers/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Grants Grace Period for Huroob Workers to Correct Status">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia’s New Termination and Huroob Reporting Rules for Domestic Workers

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources has recently launched an initiative aimed at enhancing the contractual relationship for domestic workers. This initiative regulates the procedures for unilateral termination of the employment contract in case of a domestic worker’s absence. The main objective of this initiative is to enhance the quality of the recruitment sector and ... <a title="Saudi Arabia’s New Termination and Huroob Reporting Rules for Domestic Workers" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/termination-huroob-reporting-rules-domestic-workers/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia’s New Termination and Huroob Reporting Rules for Domestic Workers">Read more</a>

What is Matloob Status in Saudi Arabia and How to Deal with It

What does the term “Matloob” mean? Matloob is a term used to describe a person who has been reported to the authorities by their sponsor for engaging in criminal activities or causing damages. It can also be applied to expatriates who are wanted for criminal offenses or have outstanding loans and fines. A Matloob person ... <a title="What is Matloob Status in Saudi Arabia and How to Deal with It" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/what-is-matloob-status-and-how-to-overcome/" aria-label="Read more about What is Matloob Status in Saudi Arabia and How to Deal with It">Read more</a>