In brief
Decision approving the guide restricting work in sales outlets in 12 activities and occupations to Saudi men and women, implemented in three phases.
Summary of the law
Saudization decisions
- Breaching occupation-localization decisions is a Labour Law violation, with fines multiplied by the number of workers concerned.
- Check your activity and region; some decisions apply to one region only.
Note
- The official file is scanned or its text cannot be extracted reliably, so it is not reproduced here.
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
- Activities and occupations covered
- Restricted to Saudis
Timeline
- Issued: Published 24/10/1439H
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