Saudi Labor Law

Types of Leave in Saudi Arabia Every Expat Should Know

Employees working in Saudi Arabia’s private sector are entitled to various types of leave under the Saudi Labour Law. These leave entitlements apply to both Saudi and expatriate employees unless a specific provision states otherwise. Recent amendments to the Labour Law have updated several leave provisions, including maternity leave and bereavement leave. Below is a ... <a title="Types of Leave in Saudi Arabia Every Expat Should Know" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/leave-and-holidays-as-per-saudi-labor-law/" aria-label="Read more about Types of Leave in Saudi Arabia Every Expat Should Know">Read more</a>

Saudi Labor Court Orders Barber to Pay SAR 40,866 for Contract Breach

A Saudi labor court has ordered an Arab barber to pay SAR 40,866 in compensation to his employer after ruling that he breached his fixed-term employment contract by leaving his job without following the legal procedures required to terminate the agreement. The ruling, reported by Okaz newspaper, calculated the compensation based on the remaining 621 days of ... <a title="Saudi Labor Court Orders Barber to Pay SAR 40,866 for Contract Breach" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-barber-contract-breach-compensation/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Labor Court Orders Barber to Pay SAR 40,866 for Contract Breach">Read more</a>

Domestic Worker Hiring in November 2025: What Musaned’s Latest Numbers Show

Musaned has released its official domestic worker recruitment statistics for November 2025, offering a snapshot of recruitment costs, arrival timelines, and sourcing countries. A total of 78,944 domestic worker contracts were executed through the Musaned platform during the month. The number of visas issued reached 134,325, indicating sustained demand for domestic workers across the Kingdom. Domestic workers were ... <a title="Domestic Worker Hiring in November 2025: What Musaned’s Latest Numbers Show" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/musaned-domestic-worker-recruitment-november/" aria-label="Read more about Domestic Worker Hiring in November 2025: What Musaned’s Latest Numbers Show">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Working Hours for Private Sector Workers:  All You Need to Know (2025)

Working hours in Saudi Arabia are strictly regulated under the Labor Law, and every private-sector employee should know their rights. This guide explains normal working hours, Ramadan hours, overtime rules, breaks, rest days, and exceptions for specific industries. Standard Working Hours in Saudi Arabia The Saudi Labor Law sets the maximum normal working hours at 8 ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Working Hours for Private Sector Workers:  All You Need to Know (2025)" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/working-hours-saudi-arabia-expats/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Working Hours for Private Sector Workers:  All You Need to Know (2025)">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia Work Contracts: Types, Terms & Employee Rights

If you are working in Saudi Arabia, it’s important to understand the types of employment contracts and what they mean for your job. Different contracts come with different rules, rights, and conditions. Here’s a simple guide to the main types of employment contracts in Saudi Arabia and their key points. Fixed-Term Contract A fixed-term contract lasts for ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Work Contracts: Types, Terms & Employee Rights" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-employment-contracts/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Work Contracts: Types, Terms & Employee Rights">Read more</a>

HRSD Urges Compliance with Updated Domestic Worker Rules

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has called for compliance with updated regulations regarding domestic workers, according to a report by the Saudi Press Agency. These changes aim to create a better working environment and protect the rights of both employers and domestic workers. The ministry explained that the new regulations clearly ... <a title="HRSD Urges Compliance with Updated Domestic Worker Rules" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hrsd-updates-domestic-worker-regulations/" aria-label="Read more about HRSD Urges Compliance with Updated Domestic Worker Rules">Read more</a>