In brief
Sets the salaries, increments, allowances, bonuses and compensation of public employees and the general rules for paying them.
Summary of the law
Common problems
- An allowance unpaid or paid at a lower rate.
- Recovery of amounts paid in error.
- Leave compensation at the end of service.
Practical tip
- Keep payslips and allowance decisions; employees' financial claims go to the Administrative Court.
A plain-language summary prepared by Al-Bayan Al-Wadih Law Firm, focused on the violations and problems that come up most in daily life. It is not a substitute for the official text or for legal advice.
What it covers
- Salaries and increments
- Allowances
- Bonuses and compensation
Timeline
- Issued: Published 21/9/1441H
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Official text at the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
The authoritative text is in Arabic; the Bureau of Experts publishes English translations for some laws.
Full official text
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