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Argaam
26-05-2025
- Business
- Argaam
HRSD Ministry launches Ajeer for Tourism Seasons service
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, launched the 'Ajeer for Tourism Seasons' service. The new service aims at enabling national workforce participation in seasonal jobs within the tourism sector and increasing their involvement in the labor market. According to a statement from the ministry today, the service is designed to meet the needs of tourism sector establishments—particularly those operating in accommodation, travel, and tourism activities – which are overseen and licensed by the Ministry of Tourism—during peak seasons. It allows these establishments to benefit from seasonal labor services across the Kingdom, in accordance with defined rules and regulations that ensure a smooth and flexible seasonal contracting process. The new service allows businesses to post job vacancies through the 'Ajeer' platform, and enables jobseekers to browse and apply for available opportunities online. It also facilitates the issuance of verified seasonal work permits that enhance the reliability of the contractual relationship between both parties. The ministry affirmed that this service is part of strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing labor market flexibility, improving the efficiency and readiness of the national workforce, reducing reliance on non-national labor, and empowering citizens.
Arab Times
26-04-2025
- Arab Times
Saudi Arabia prepares for Hajj 2025 with simplified visas and enhanced pilgrim services
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 26: As millions of Muslims prepare for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has confirmed its full readiness for the 2025 Hajj season. The ministry has introduced a wide range of initiatives aimed at improving the pilgrim experience in line with national objectives. Among the key measures, the ministry has simplified the issuance of temporary work permits through the 'Ajeer' platform. This initiative is designed to facilitate seasonal employment during Hajj, ensuring that necessary services are adequately staffed. In addition, the ministry is working to make Hajj and Umrah work visas more accessible for businesses involved in supporting the pilgrimage. This effort aims to ensure a stable and efficient workforce is present at essential service points throughout the holy sites. To uphold labor standards during this critical period, the ministry will intensify inspection visits. These inspections will focus on enforcing the Kingdom's Labour Law and its regulations, safeguarding appropriate working conditions for employees engaged during the pilgrimage. Beyond employment and regulatory support, the ministry is expanding its social services across the holy sites. Pilgrims will benefit from access to family counseling and a variety of social support services. Notably, children's hospitality centers, staffed by trained professionals, will be available to offer supervised care. Volunteerism is also a major focus for the 2025 season. The ministry is actively promoting and organizing volunteer activities, ranging from welcoming pilgrims at border checkpoints to providing guidance inside the Grand Mosque. Volunteers will assist the elderly and people with disabilities, as well as help distribute food and water across the pilgrimage zones.
Gulf News
26-04-2025
- Gulf News
Saudi Arabia streamlines visas, boosts social and volunteer services ahead of Hajj 2025
Dubai: As millions of Muslims around the world prepare to embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced it is fully prepared for the 2025 Hajj season, unveiling a wide range of initiatives and services to enhance the pilgrim experience in line with national directives. The ministry said it has streamlined the process for issuing temporary work permits via the 'Ajeer' platform, aimed at facilitating seasonal employment during Hajj. In parallel, Hajj and Umrah work visas are being made more accessible to businesses supporting the pilgrimage season, ensuring a stable workforce is available at key points across the holy sites. As part of regulatory enforcement, the ministry plans to intensify inspection visits to monitor adherence to the Kingdom's Labour Law and accompanying regulations, ensuring proper working conditions for employees engaged during the peak pilgrimage period. The ministry is also expanding its social services footprint at the holy sites. Pilgrims will have access to family counselling and various social support channels, including supervised children's hospitality centres operated by trained professionals. Volunteerism will also play a key role this year. The ministry is encouraging and coordinating volunteer efforts in several areas, from welcoming pilgrims at border entry points to offering guidance and assistance within the Grand Mosque. Volunteers will support the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and distribute food and water throughout the pilgrimage zones.
Gulf Insider
25-04-2025
- Gulf Insider
Ahead Of Hajj 2025, Saudi Arabia Streamlines Visas, Boosts Social And Volunteer Services
As millions of Muslims around the world prepare to embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced it is fully prepared for the 2025 Hajj season, unveiling a wide range of initiatives and services to enhance the pilgrim experience in line with national directives. The ministry said it has streamlined the process for issuing temporary work permits via the 'Ajeer' platform, aimed at facilitating seasonal employment during Hajj. In parallel, Hajj and Umrah work visas are being made more accessible to businesses supporting the pilgrimage season, ensuring a stable workforce is available at key points across the holy sites. As part of regulatory enforcement, the ministry plans to intensify inspection visits to monitor adherence to the Kingdom's Labor Law and accompanying regulations, ensuring proper working conditions for employees engaged during the peak pilgrimage period. The ministry is also expanding its social services footprint at the holy sites. Pilgrims will have access to family counseling and various social support channels, including supervised children's hospitality centers operated by trained professionals. Volunteerism will also play a key role this year. The ministry is encouraging and coordinating volunteer efforts in several areas, from welcoming pilgrims at border entry points to offering guidance and assistance within the Grand Mosque. Volunteers will support the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and distribute food and water throughout the pilgrimage zones.
Gulf News
25-04-2025
- Gulf News
Ahead of Hajj 2025, Saudi Arabia streamlines visas, boosts social and volunteer services
Dubai: As millions of Muslims around the world prepare to embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced it is fully prepared for the 2025 Hajj season, unveiling a wide range of initiatives and services to enhance the pilgrim experience in line with national directives. The ministry said it has streamlined the process for issuing temporary work permits via the 'Ajeer' platform, aimed at facilitating seasonal employment during Hajj. In parallel, Hajj and Umrah work visas are being made more accessible to businesses supporting the pilgrimage season, ensuring a stable workforce is available at key points across the holy sites. As part of regulatory enforcement, the ministry plans to intensify inspection visits to monitor adherence to the Kingdom's Labor Law and accompanying regulations, ensuring proper working conditions for employees engaged during the peak pilgrimage period. The ministry is also expanding its social services footprint at the holy sites. Pilgrims will have access to family counseling and various social support channels, including supervised children's hospitality centers operated by trained professionals. Volunteerism will also play a key role this year. The ministry is encouraging and coordinating volunteer efforts in several areas, from welcoming pilgrims at border entry points to offering guidance and assistance within the Grand Mosque. Volunteers will support the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and distribute food and water throughout the pilgrimage zones.
