My Life in Saudi

In the past, foreign workers in Saudi Arabia were heavily dependent on their Kafeel (sponsor) to switch jobs. However, thanks to the Ministry of Human Resources' reforms, expats can now transfer jobs without the need for their sponsor’s approval — under specific conditions. 🔄 What Is Job Transfer Without Kafeel? This new policy is part of the Labor Reform Initiative (LRI) , which enhances worker mobility and provides greater flexibility in the Saudi job market. It applies to private-sector expatriates under the labor law. ✅ Conditions to Change Job Without Kafeel's Approval You can switch employers without your current sponsor’s consent if the following conditions are met: Completion of the current employment contract. Working with the current employer for at least one year (if the contract is not fixed-term). Having a valid Iqama (residency permit). No active violations or complaints pending in the Qiwa platform . ...