Reductions in the Costs of Rec...

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced a reduction in the maximum ceiling for the costs of recruiting domestic labor services from several countries. These countries include the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia. This step is part of the ministry's efforts to review recruitment costs and the applicable regulations, in line with changes in recruitment costs.

To ensure fair prices, the maximum ceiling for recruitment costs has been reduced as follows:

Philippines:

Previous: 15,900 SAR

Revised: 14,700 SAR

 Sri Lanka:

Previous: 15,000 SAR

Revised: 13,800 SAR

Bangladesh:

Previous: 13,000 SAR

 Revised: 11,750 SAR

Kenya:

Previous: 10,870 SAR

 Revised: 9,000 SAR

 Uganda:

Previous: 9,500 SAR

Revised: 8,300 SAR

 Ethiopia:

Previous: 6,900 SAR

Revised: 5,900 SAR

The Ministry earlier directed licensed companies and offices to set the maximum limit for the costs of recruiting domestic labor services from certain nationalities. The maximum limit for recruiting domestic labor services from Sierra Leone is 7,500 SAR, from Burundi is 7,500 SAR, and from Thailand is 10,000 SAR, excluding the value-added tax.

This decision is part of the ministry's efforts to improve all services, enhance the labor market environment, and promote its attractiveness. The ministry emphasizes the importance of adhering to the announced price ceilings and will monitor compliance through the "Musaned" platform.

In conclusion, this significant step towards improving the conditions of the domestic labor market reflects the Ministry's commitment to achieving balance and fairness. These serious measures demonstrate the government's dedication to enhancing service quality and boosting the Kingdom's appeal as a leading destination for recruitment. Grateful for everyone's positive engagement, the ministry looks forward to a better future reflecting development and prosperity in the domestic labor sector.