Tag: Labor Law

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>

Key Labor Law Amendments in Saudi Arabia Set to Take Effect Soon

Amendments to Saudi Arabia’s Labor Law, approved by the Council of Ministers on August 6, 2024, will officially come into effect in just 16 days, according to Okaz newspaper. These updates introduce significant changes aimed at improving the rights of workers and creating a balanced work environment for both employees and employers. Highlights of the ... <a title="Key Labor Law Amendments in Saudi Arabia Set to Take Effect Soon" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/key-labor-law-amendments-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Key Labor Law Amendments in Saudi Arabia Set to Take Effect Soon">Read more</a>

When Can an Employee Leave a Job Without Notice?

Understanding the Rights of Employees to Leave Without Notice In any employment relationship, both the employer and the employee have certain rights and obligations that they must adhere to. These are usually defined in the employment contract or by applicable laws and regulations. While an employee is typically required to provide a notice period before ... <a title="When Can an Employee Leave a Job Without Notice?" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/when-can-an-employee-leave-a-job-without-notice/" aria-label="Read more about When Can an Employee Leave a Job Without Notice?">Read more</a>

New employer to bear the Iqama fee and work permit fee – MHRSD

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) confirmed in a tweet that the new employer bears the fees of Iqama (residence permit) and work permit. The clarification came in response to an inquiry by an individual asking: “My residence permit has been expired for four years due to the sponsor refusing to renew ... <a title="New employer to bear the Iqama fee and work permit fee – MHRSD" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/the-new-employer-shall-bear-the-fees-of-iqama-and-work-permit-mhrsd/" aria-label="Read more about New employer to bear the Iqama fee and work permit fee – MHRSD">Read more</a>