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Saudi Arabia
Your quick guide on talent and labor compliance norms in Saudi Arabia.
(The data below is for reference only. You may refer to the official government websites or contact us for updates.)
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Saudi Arabia relies primarily on its oil reserves while the private sector is receiving support from the government for a diverse economy. The country owns almost 16% of the world’s petroleum establishing its status as the largest petroleum exporter. Saudi Arabia has a GDP of USD 833.54 billion and ranks 63 in World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Index.
Major economic Cities
Riyadh, Jeddah, Medina, Mecca
Skills in demand
AI/ML, cybersecurity, data engineering, petroleum and industrial engineering, finance, and giga-project construction/program management are in very strong demand, driven by Vision 2030 initiatives.
Salary Data
The average salary in the Saudi Arabia are mentioned below:
Employing in Saudi Arabia
The Labour Laws of Saudi Arabia regulate all employer-employee relationships in the Kingdom. Both parties should be aware of the regulations outlined by the Law to ensure compliance and legality. The sections below cover the major aspects of the Law to help both parties understand their duties and rights.
Basic
The Labour Laws in Saudi Arabia recognize both written and verbal contracts. The written contract must be published in Arabic, and both parties should have a copy of the document.
Probation Period
The probation period in Saudi Arabia is a maximum of 90 days.
13th Month Pay
13th-month pay is not mandatory, although both parties can choose to include this on a collective agreement. But the employees get a bonus every year.
Employee Benefits
Employers in Saudi Arabia may provide the following benefits to their employees:
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Social insurance.
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Unemployment insurance.
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Paid leaves.
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Maternity leaves
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Retirement benefits
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Employee Contract 
Basic
The Labour Laws in Saudi Arabia recognize both written and verbal contracts. The written contract must be published in Arabic, and both parties should have a copy of the document.
Probation Period
The probation period in Saudi Arabia is a maximum of 90 days.
13th Month Pay
13th-month pay is not mandatory, although both parties can choose to include this on a collective agreement. But the employees get a bonus every year.
Employee Benefits
Employers in Saudi Arabia may provide the following benefits to their employees:
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Social insurance.
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Unemployment insurance.
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Paid leaves.
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Maternity leaves
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Retirement benefits
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Leave Policy 
Public and Provincial Holidays
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