Web Desk — October 29, 2025
Saudi Arabia has launched a new digital system requiring every private sector job contract to be registered and approved on two government platforms – Qiwa and Najiz.
According to Gulf News, this step is part of ongoing labor reforms aimed at increasing transparency, protecting worker rights, and giving contracts full legal power.
Earlier, registration on Qiwa alone was enough. Now, once a contract is approved on Qiwa, it automatically gains legal status on Najiz – the Ministry of Justice platform – making it enforceable in court.
Key Feature: If an employer delays salary for more than 30 days, the worker can directly file a claim on Najiz for immediate action, without going through labor courts or long complaint processes.
Contracts must now include:
- Registered addresses of employer and employee
- Fixed salary payment date
- Contract type (fixed-term or indefinite)
- Job title, duties, and benefits
Experts call this a major breakthrough in Saudi labor laws. It will provide faster justice, strict employer accountability, and better protection for over 13 million foreign workers.
The move follows the recent end of the Kafala (sponsorship) system, which now allows foreign workers to change jobs or travel abroad without employer permission.
Analysts say these reforms align Saudi Arabia with global labor standards and boost investor confidence. Companies face fines or work permit suspension for incorrect or incomplete contract details.
