My Life in Saudi

If you're an expatriate working in Saudi Arabia, it's important to know the details of your employment contract. The Qiwa platform now allows employees to view, verify, and download their job contracts online — making the process transparent and simple. 📌 What is Qiwa? Qiwa is a digital platform launched by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) to unify employee and employer services, including employment contracts, job offers, and labor transfers. ✅ Why Should You Check Your Qiwa Contract? To ensure your job title, salary, and terms match what you were promised. To make sure the contract is uploaded and approved by the employer. To have legal documentation in case of disputes. 🔍 How to Check Your Contract in Qiwa Visit the official Qiwa site: qiwa.sa Log in using your Absher credentials (national/Iqama ID + password + OTP). Once logged in, go to “Employee Services” . ...

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 . ...