What is nitaqat in Saudi?
Nitaqat is a nationalisation scheme implemented by the government in Saudi Arabia which requires Saudi companies to fill up their workforce to certain levels with Saudi nationals. The programme, also known as ‘Saudization’, aims to increase the employment of Saudi nationals in the private sector.
How can I check my nitaqat status?
How to check company nitaqat status
- Visit Saudi Ministry Of Labor website by following this link ” www.mol.gov.sa “.
- Type your iqama (Muqeem) number in 2nd text box “رقم اللقامه ” as shown in above image.
- Enter image code in fourth box which is just below the image.
- Press Enter or click on “بحث”.
What changes does nitaqat law made in Saudi Arabia?
Enacted in 2011, the Nitaqat law makes it mandatory for all businesses in the private sector to reserve at least 10 percent of jobs for Saudi nationals.
What is nitaqat program and what are its implications?
Also in 2011, a Saudization program, called the new Nitaqat was launched by the Ministry of Labour and Social Development (MSLD). It is a program of obligatory incentives to get Saudis into work and painful disincentives to punish those private companies who fail to comply.
What is nitaqat program?
The Nitaqat program is one of the most important initiatives undertaken by MHRSD. It was first launched in 2011 to encourage the localization of jobs and set a minimum wage for Saudis in the private sector.
What is Saudization program?
Updated 06 September 2021. Arab News. RIYADH: Saudization programs aim to create 213,000 jobs for Saudis during the year 2021, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi said during a meeting with businessmen and members of the Chamber of Commerce in Al-Jouf region.
What is KSA border number?
What is Border Number? The Border number is a 10-digit number issued to each expatriate entering the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on a new visa. You can now check this number by visiting the Absher portal online.
What is the consequence of nitaqat?
The strict adherence to the Nitaqat regulations will result in immediate job losses and reduced job opportunities. Many small scale shops and establishments in Saudi Arabia are run by Keralites under licences in the names of Saudi nationals.
How can check company category in Saudi Arabia?
Requirements and Procedure to check Nitaqat color Category in Saudi Arabia
- Take your iqama or one of your colleague iqama to check nitaqat system category of your company or kafeel (sponsor) allotted by Saudi ministry of labor.
- Visit Saudi Ministry Of Labor website by following this link “www.mol.gov.sa”.
Which profession Iqama will not be renewed?
– Human Resource managers, personnel section heads, heads of labor and worker affairs, heads of personnel affairs, specialists, clerks in personnel affairs, clerks in receptions, hotels, hospitals, government relations and grievance departments.
What is GCC ID?
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Labour assigns a unique identification number to every business entity, for identification of GCC (Gulf Co-operation Council) sponsors in the KSA. This 10-digit numeric code is called the Sponsor ID. The Sponsor ID is required for many purposes by expats in the kingdom.