Hire in Saudi Arabia Without
a Local Entity
Saudi Arabia is transforming rapidly under Vision 2030 — attracting global businesses across energy, technology, infrastructure, and professional services to the world's largest Arab economy. Atlass Partners acts as your Employer of Record in Saudi Arabia, managing GOSI contributions, Nitaqat compliance, Iqama sponsorship, and full Saudi Labour Law obligations.
Saudi Labour Law (Royal Decree M/51) governs employment. GOSI contributions, Nitaqat workforce quotas, and end-of-service benefits are the key compliance pillars. Riyadh is now home to regional headquarters for hundreds of multinationals, driven by Vision 2030's HQ programme requirements.
Saudi Arabia Employment Compliance — Fully Managed
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GOSI (Social Insurance)
Employer GOSI contribution: 2% for non-Saudi employees; 12.5% for Saudi nationals (including Occupational Hazard Insurance). Employee contribution: 0% for non-Saudis; 10% for Saudis. Atlass Partners registers all employees with GOSI and manages monthly contributions.
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Saudization / Nitaqat
Nitaqat mandates minimum quotas of Saudi nationals in the workforce, segmented by industry and company size. Companies operating through EOR must adhere to applicable Nitaqat requirements. Atlass Partners advises on compliant workforce structuring and tracks Nitaqat status.
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End-of-Service Benefits (EOSB)
Under Saudi Labour Law: half a month's salary per year for the first 5 years of service; one month's salary per year thereafter. Calculated on last drawn basic salary. Atlass Partners accrues and manages EOSB for all EOR employees throughout employment.
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Iqama (Residency Permit)
All foreign employees in Saudi Arabia must hold a valid Iqama and work permit sponsored by their employer. Atlass Partners manages the full Iqama process through the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD).
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Annual Leave & Benefits
Minimum 21 days annual leave per year (30 days after 5 years of service). 11 official public holidays. Employees must receive annual leave pay before commencing leave. Atlass Partners administers all leave entitlements in compliance with Saudi Labour Law.
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Wage Protection System (WPS)
Saudi Arabia's Wage Protection System (Musaned) requires timely salary payments through approved channels. Atlass Partners processes payroll in compliance with WPS requirements and Saudi Labour Law provisions on wage documentation and frequency.
1–2 wks
Onboarding timeline from agreement to live payroll
100%
Statutory compliance — zero missed filings
No entity
No Indian company incorporation required
Scalable
From 1 employee to 500+ on the same structure
Based on Atlass Partners engagement data.
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