An employer will face a fine of SR10,000 for hiring a non-Saudi worker without a valid work permit. This measure forms part of the updated schedule of violations and penalties under the Labor Law and its executive regulations. Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Eng. Ahmed Al-Rajhi has issued a ministerial decree formalizing these amendments. The revisions reflect the ministry’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the work environment, while strengthening its stability and fostering sustainable growth. Under the amended schedule, employing children under the age of 15 in violation of Article 167 of the Labor Law is deemed a serious offense. Companies employing 50 or more workers will be fined up to SR2,000 for such violations.An employer who retains a worker’s passport or residency permit (iqama) will be subject to a fine of SR3,000 per worker, with the total penalty calculated based on the number of affected employees. Failure to comply with the provisions governing the employment of minors, as stipulated in Chapter 10 of the Labor Law, will result in a fine of SR1,500 per minor. Employers who fail to document labor contracts will incur a penalty of SR1,000 per employee. Employers who do not grant maternity leave as […]