New labor laws take effect in Saudi Arabia from today; Expatriates with high hopes

 

Saudi Arabia's revised labor law will take effect today. It is hoped that the new law will benefit both nationals and foreigners. The new labor law provides for more freedom for foreign workers. Saudi Arabia has changed its labor laws in line with global standards.

The new labor rules will take effect in Saudi Arabia from tomorrow, with a fundamental change in labor laws in line with global standards. Implemented as part of the National Transformation Plan, the change is expected to make a significant difference in the local labor market.

It will increase employment opportunities among the natives and pave the way for reducing the unemployment rate. Foreigners are also looking forward to the new change. Many restrictions on foreigners in the country for decades will be lifted from tomorrow. The new labor laws also give workers more freedom. The new change will also bring relief to many expatriates who are struggling to cope with sponsorship. The new law allows expatriates complete freedom to switch to new jobs, change sponsorship and obtain exit-re-entry visas. It is hoped that the new change in the employment sector will boost foreign investment in the country. At the same time, the Ministry of Labor and Social Development clarified that this change does not apply to domestic workers.