Saudi labor law violations 2026 have been updated following the latest Ministry of Human Resources amendments — fines are now linked to the size of the establishment and the violation. Whether you’re an employer or employee, this guide explains your rights and the penalties you may face.
Labor Law Violations 2026 — Employer Penalties
1. Salary and Wage Protection Violations
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| Delaying salary payment beyond due date | Up to 10,000 SAR |
| Non-compliance with the Wage Protection Program (WPS) | Up to 10,000 SAR |
| Unauthorized salary deduction | Up to 5,000 SAR |
2. Employment Contract Violations
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| Failure to document employment contract on Qiwa | Up to 10,000 SAR |
| Employing undocumented workers | 10,000 SAR per worker |
| Wrongful dismissal without justification | Compensation + fine |
| Failure to grant annual leave | Up to 5,000 SAR |
3. Workplace Environment Violations
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| Failure to provide a safe work environment | Up to 20,000 SAR |
| Neglecting statutory records and files | Up to 5,000 SAR |
| Failure to provide health insurance for workers | Double fine + recruitment suspension |
| Employing workers beyond statutory working hours | Up to 10,000 SAR |
Labor Law Violations — Employee Penalties
| Violation | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Unexcused absence from work | Salary deduction — Warning — Termination |
| Breach of duty or repeated negligence | Warning — Termination |
| Disclosing company secrets | Immediate termination |
| Assaulting colleagues or managers | Immediate termination without severance |
| Committing a moral offense at the workplace | Immediate termination without severance |
Cases of Immediate Termination Without Severance Pay
The employer has the right to immediately terminate a worker without end-of-service benefits in the following cases:
- Identity theft or submitting forged documents
- Committing a serious error that caused material damage to the establishment
- Disclosing company secrets to competitors
- Unexcused absence for more than 30 days per year or 15 consecutive days
- Physical assault on the employer or manager
- Conviction of a crime involving honor
How to Report a Labor Violation
- Go to the Qiwa platform or Musaned app
- Select Labor Complaints
- Choose the type of complaint and enter the details
- Attach supporting documents
- Track the complaint status electronically
Toly’s Tip for Employers
Correcting the situation before an inspection reduces or cancels the fine — the Ministry of Human Resources allows a correction period before taking regulatory action.
File your complaint through the official Ministry of Human Resources platform.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development — Updated Violations and Penalties Table 2025/2026. Always check the official platforms for the latest updates.
