Working in Saudi Arabia

Domestic Worker Rights and Duties in Saudi Arabia

Domestic labor refers to a person who performs work about family or household work. This may include a female domestic worker who cleans the...

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...

Salary and Wage Pay Scale by Profession in Saudi Arabia

There are plenty of talks about how much underpaid many workers in Saudi Arabia are. In many cases people are talking about receiving wages...

How to Check Iqama Status Online

Checking your Iqama status online is essential for expatriates living and working in Saudi Arabia. The Iqama is your residence permit, and staying updated...

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...

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...

Understanding Saudization and the Impact on Foreign Workers

Saudization, officially known as the Saudi Nationalization Program or Nitaqat, is a government initiative aimed at increasing the employment of Saudi nationals in the...