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How to Compute End of Service Benefits in Saudi Arabia

Employees in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are entitled to End of Service Benefits (ESB). These are benefits given to employees at the time...

9 Foreign Workers Rights Under Saudi Labor Law

It's well chronicled that Filipinos and other foreign workers are abused by employers in Saudi Arabia. While no doubt it's wrong to exploit vulnerable...

Understanding Saudi Midday Work Ban

Saudi Arabia's extreme temperature has become one of the main reasons it is tough to work in the Kingdom's environment. While electricity is cheap...

Vacations and Holiday Leaves Under Saudi Labor Law Explained

Saudi Arabia’s labor laws provide a range of holiday and leave entitlements for migrant workers and expatriates, including the large Filipino community. However, many...

Vacation Leave Saudi Arabia: 9 Types of Holidays According to Labor Law

Saudi Labor Law offers relatively generous holiday privileges to migrant workers and expatriates working in the Kingdom. Many Filipino migrant workers may not be...

Claiming Road Accident Insurance in Saudi Arabia

Accidents can often happen in Saudi Arabia. In fact, statistics cited from Gulf News says "598,300 accidents occurred in 2012, an average of 1,614...

Top Reasons Why Some Filipinos are Not Allowed to Enter Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia remains a top destination for overseas Filipino Workers and travelers, but entry is not guaranteed for everyone. A combination of new and longstanding...

Understanding Iqama: Your Saudi Residence Permit

An iqama is a residence permit in Saudi Arabia that foreign workers must get to remain and work in the country lawfully. The Saudi Ministry...