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Saudi Central Bank: No Deductions Without Permission
The Saudi Central Bank has issued a draft update of debt collection regulations for individual customers to protect accounts and ensure fair banking. Under this new proposal, banks and financial companies cannot take money from a customer’s account without clear permission or a court order. No Deductions Without Permission The draft regulations state that banks ... <a title="Saudi Central Bank: No Deductions Without Permission" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-central-bank-no-deductions/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Central Bank: No Deductions Without Permission">Read more</a>
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HR Ministry Penalizes Employers for Allowing Domestic Workers to Take Outside Employment
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) recently imposed penalties on employers found violating the Regulation of Domestic Workers and the Like. In total, 568 decisions were issued against employers who enabled domestic workers to work outside their designated roles, with 281 cases resulting in a ban on recruitment and 287 cases ... <a title="HR Ministry Penalizes Employers for Allowing Domestic Workers to Take Outside Employment" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-penalizes-employers-outside-work/" aria-label="Read more about HR Ministry Penalizes Employers for Allowing Domestic Workers to Take Outside Employment">Read more</a>
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Ejar Requires Linking Electricity and Water Bills to Tenants
Saudi Arabia’s Ejar platform, now mandates linking water and electricity bills directly to tenants when signing rental agreements. This initiative aims to reduce financial disputes and streamline the rental process by ensuring tenants are responsible for utility payments throughout their lease. Why This Change? The updated policy addresses common issues where utility payment responsibilities between ... <a title="Ejar Requires Linking Electricity and Water Bills to Tenants" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/linking-electricity-water-bills-to-tenants/" aria-label="Read more about Ejar Requires Linking Electricity and Water Bills to Tenants">Read more</a>
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10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know
Dates are a tasty and nutritious fruit that many people enjoy, especially in the Middle East. They have been grown for thousands of years and come in many different varieties. Not only are dates delicious, but they also offer numerous health benefits. In this article, we’ll explore ten interesting facts about dates that you might ... <a title="10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/10-interesting-facts-about-dates/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Interesting Facts About Dates You Might Not Know">Read more</a>
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How Many Cars Can Expats Legally Own in Saudi Arabia? Muroor Explains
In a recent social media post, the Saudi General Department of Traffic (Muroor) answered a question about how many cars expatriates can own in Saudi Arabia. A user on X asked if he could buy and register a vehicle in his name while also having another car financed through a bank under a different name. ... <a title="How Many Cars Can Expats Legally Own in Saudi Arabia? Muroor Explains" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/expat-vehicle-ownership-saudi/" aria-label="Read more about How Many Cars Can Expats Legally Own in Saudi Arabia? Muroor Explains">Read more</a>
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656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months
According to the Ministry of Tourism, Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector, particularly in the leisure and holiday segments, has experienced significant growth, driven by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 directives. In a statement marking World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27, the ministry revealed that between January and July 2024, the Kingdom welcomed 17.5 million international ... <a title="656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-17-million-tourists-7-months/" aria-label="Read more about 656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months">Read more</a>
