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Gulf Business
3 days ago
- General
- Gulf Business
Eid Al Adha 2025: UAE, GCC countries declare holidays
Image credit: WAM/Website The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that Thursday, June 5 to Sunday, June 8 will be an official paid holiday for all private sector employees in the UAE on the occasion of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha. The announcement follows the cabinet's decision regarding the approved public holidays for both the public and private sectors. The announcement was made by the ministry on its official X account. Read- On the occasion of Arafat Day and Eid Al-Adha, the period from Thursday 5 June to Sunday 8 June 2025 will be an official paid holiday for all private sector employees across the UAE. Adha Mubarak. — وزارة الموارد البشرية والتوطين (@MOHRE_UAE) In Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development also confirmed a four-day Eid Al Adha holiday for workers in the private and non-profit sectors. According to The ministry highlighted the need to consider any potential overlaps outlined in Article 24 of the Executive Regulations of the Labor Law to ensure the holidays are applied in accordance with approved regulations. Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court earlier announced that Standing at Arafat, which marks the climax of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, will be observed on Thursday, June 5, and that Friday, June 6, will be the first day of Eid Al Adha celebrations. The court also stated that Wednesday, May 28, was the first day of Dhul Hijjah, following the sighting of the crescent moon. In Oman, authorities have declared that the official Eid Al Adha holidays for employees in state administrative units, public legal entities, and private sector establishments will begin on Thursday, 9 Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH (June 5, 2025), and continue until Monday, 13 Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH (June 9, 2025), According to the Oman Observer, official working hours will resume on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
Zawya
3 days ago
- General
- Zawya
4-day Eid Al-Adha holidays for Saudi private sector
RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced on Wednesday that there will be four-day Eid Al-Adha holidays for workers in the private and non-profit sectors. The holidays will start on the Arafat Day on Thursday, June 5, and will end on Sunday, June 8. The ministry emphasized the necessity of taking into account the cases of overlap stipulated in Article 24 of the Executive Regulations of the Labor Law to ensure that the holiday is implemented in accordance with the approved regulations. Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court announced on Tuesday that Standing at Arafat, which marks the climax of the annual pilgrimage of Hajj, will be on Thursday, June 5, and Friday, June 6 will be the first day of the Eid Al-Adha celebrations. The Supreme Court announced that Wednesday, May 28, is the first day of Dhul Hijjah following the sighting of the crescent moon on Tuesday evening. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
24-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi security forces arrest 13,118 illegals in a week
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A total of 13,118 illegal residents were arrested in Saudi Arabia in a week. The arrests were made during the inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between May 15 and May 21, the Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 8,150 violators of the Residency Law, 3,344 violators of the Border Security Law, and 1,624 violators of the Labor Law. The ministry said that a total of 11,566 violators were deported while 15,936 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents and 1,359 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,207, of whom 37 percent were Yemeni nationals, 61 percent Ethiopian nationals, and two percent belonged to other nationalities. Some 13 people, involved in giving transportation, shelter, and employment for violators, were also arrested. A total of 21,872 illegal residents, including 20,616 men and 1,256 women, are currently undergoing various phases of legal procedures as part of punitive measures against them. The Ministry of Interior has warned that any person, who facilitates the illegal entry of individuals into the Kingdom, transports them on its territory, provides them with shelter or any other assistance or service may be penalized with up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to SR1 million. It noted that the vehicles used for transportation or houses used for giving shelter will be confiscated. The ministry urged the public to report any cases of violation by calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province and the numbers 999 and 996 in the rest of the Kingdom's regions.
Zawya
22-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi HR Ministry proposes revised penalties for Labor Law violations
RIYADH - The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has proposed revision of the penalties for violations of Labor Law and its executive regulations. Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi has decided to update the list of violations and penalties, based on the new amendments to the Labor Law and its executive regulations. The Ministry published the table of violations and penalties on the Istithlaa public survey platform, seeking the opinion of the stakeholders and the public before implementing the new proposals. The ministry noted that this update aims to clearly and precisely define violations for both establishments and inspectors, reducing the need for discretion and personal judgment in implementing regulations across different categories of companies and establishments. These updates help address ongoing changes in the work environment, such as flexible work and remote work. The clarification of penalties provides transparency, encouraging establishments to comply with regulations and ensuring the rights of both workers and employers. The table published by the ministry includes a wide range of violations, ranging from serious to minor. The fines imposed vary based on the establishment's classification into one of three categories: establishment with 20 or less than 20 workers; 21 to 49 workers; and 50 or more workers. The violations are also classified as serious and minor. The following are the fines for various serious Labor Law violations: 1- SR200,000 — SR250,000 for practicing the activity of recruiting, outsourcing, or providing labor services without a license. 2- SR200,000 for employing Saudis without a license 3- SR10,000 for an employer for hiring a non-Saudi worker without a work permit. The fines will be multiplied on the basis of the number of workers. 4- SR2,000 — SR8,000 for employer for hiring non-Saudi workers in professions or activities restricted to Saudis, or registering a Saudi worker without a valid employment relationship. 5- SR10,000 — SR20,000 for an employer allowing his employee to work for a third party or for their own account. 6- SR5000 for an employee working for another employer. 7- SR1,500 — SR5,000 for the employer if he fails to comply with occupational safety and health regulations. 8- SR1,000 for employing a worker under the sun or in adverse weather conditions without taking precautions. 9- SR1,000 — 3,000 for the employer's failure to bear the fees and costs required or to pass them on to the workers 10- SR300 for the failure to pay workers' wages and entitlements on time or withholding wages, which may be multiplied by the number of workers. 11- SR1000—SR3000 for any discriminatory action by an employer. 12- SR1000—SR3000 for failure to form a committee to investigate behavioral violations, as well as for failure to investigate and recommend disciplinary action within five days, or failure to impose disciplinary action within 30 days 13- SR1,000 to 2,000 for employing children under the age of 15 14- SR1,000 for keeping worker's passport or residency permit. 15- SR3000—SR5000 for failure to facilitate the tasks of supervisors and employees assigned to supervision 16- SR1,000—3,000 for failure to comply with the regulations for advertising job vacancies and conducting interviews 17- SR1000 for failure to provide maternity leave for working women 18- SR500 for failure to provide services and facilitate arrangements to enable people with disabilities to perform their work. Fines for the non-serious violations include the following: 1- SR1000—SR3000 for failure to grant the worker the approved weekly rest period, or increasing work hours without additional payment, or failing to adhere to daily rest periods 2- SR1000—SR3000 for employer's failure to provide a worker with a service certificate and return their documents after the termination of the employment relationship 3- SR300—SR1000 for failure to provide medical insurance for the workers and their family members. 4- SR300—SR1000 for failure to disclose information about operation and maintenance contracts with government agencies or establishments in which the state holds a minimum 51 percent stake or disclosure of incorrect or incomplete information 5- SR1000 for employing Saudi male workers in activities restricted to Saudi female workers. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
21-05-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
HR Ministry proposes revised penalties for Labor Law violations
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, Ahmed Al-Rajhi, violations and penalties, Istithlaa Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has proposed revision of the penalties for violations of Labor Law and its executive regulations. Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi has decided to update the list of violations and penalties, based on the new amendments to the Labor Law and its executive regulations. The Ministry published the table of violations and penalties on the Istithlaa public survey platform, seeking the opinion of the stakeholders and the public before implementing the new proposals. The ministry noted that this update aims to clearly and precisely define violations for both establishments and inspectors, reducing the need for discretion and personal judgment in implementing regulations across different categories of companies and establishments. These updates help address ongoing changes in the work environment, such as flexible work and remote work. The clarification of penalties provides transparency, encouraging establishments to comply with regulations and ensuring the rights of both workers and employers. The table published by the ministry includes a wide range of violations, ranging from serious to minor. The fines imposed vary based on the establishment's classification into one of three categories: establishment with 20 or less than 20 workers; 21 to 49 workers; and 50 or more workers. The violations are also classified as serious and minor. The following are the fines for various serious Labor Law violations: 1- SR200,000—SR250,000 for practicing the activity of recruiting, outsourcing, or providing labor services without a license. 2- SR200,000 for employing Saudis without a license 3- SR10,000 for an employer for hiring a non-Saudi worker without a work permit. The fines will be multiplied on the basis of the number of workers. 4- SR2,000—SR8,000 for employer for hiring non-Saudi workers in professions or activities restricted to Saudis, or registering a Saudi worker without a valid employment relationship. 5- SR10,000—SR20,000 for an employer allowing his employee to work for a third party or for their own account. 6- SR5000 for an employee working for another employer. 7- SR1,500—SR5,000 for the employer if he fails to comply with occupational safety and health regulations. 8- SR1,000 for employing a worker under the sun or in adverse weather conditions without taking precautions. 9- SR1,000—3,000 for the employer's failure to bear the fees and costs required or to pass them on to the workers 10- SR300 for the failure to pay workers' wages and entitlements on time or withholding wages, which may be multiplied by the number of workers. 11- SR1000—SR3000 for any discriminatory action by an employer. 12- SR1000—SR3000 for failure to form a committee to investigate behavioral violations, as well as for failure to investigate and recommend disciplinary action within five days, or failure to impose disciplinary action within 30 days 13- SR1,000 to 2,000 for employing children under the age of 15 14- SR1,000 for keeping worker's passport or residency permit. 15- SR3000—SR5000 for failure to facilitate the tasks of supervisors and employees assigned to supervision 16- SR1,000—3,000 for failure to comply with the regulations for advertising job vacancies and conducting interviews 17- SR1000 for failure to provide maternity leave for working women 18- SR500 for failure to provide services and facilitate arrangements to enable people with disabilities to perform their work. Fines for the non-serious violations include the following: 1- SR1000—SR3000 for failure to grant the worker the approved weekly rest period, or increasing work hours without additional payment, or failing to adhere to daily rest periods 2- SR1000—SR3000 for employer's failure to provide a worker with a service certificate and return their documents after the termination of the employment relationship 3- SR300—SR1000 for failure to provide medical insurance for the workers and their family members. 4- SR300—SR1000 for failure to disclose information about operation and maintenance contracts with government agencies or establishments in which the state holds a minimum 51 percent stake or disclosure of incorrect or incomplete information 5- SR1000 for employing Saudi male workers in activities restricted to Saudi female workers.
