MIDDLE EAST

[Kuwait] Foreign workers permitted to switch employers early over labour violations [Kuwait] Foreign workers permitted to switch employers early over labour violations

The move aims to strengthen worker protections and hold employers more accountable for labour law compliance.  
02 Jul 2026

[Saudi Arabia] Work permit adjustment deadline extended to year-end [Saudi Arabia] Work permit adjustment deadline extended to year-end

The extension applies to expat workers whose work permits expired more than 12 months ago, and workers who have not...
02 Jul 2026

[Oman] Expats will receive sick leave insurance cover from July 19 [Oman] Expats will receive sick leave insurance cover from July 19

Under the decision, the Sick Leave and Extraordinary Leave Insurance rule will apply to all non-Omani employees working in state...
30 Jun 2026

[UAE] New rule for public sector paydays [UAE] New rule for public sector paydays

From the start of June, companies registered with MoHRE must pay employees their entitled wage for the preceding month of...
19 May 2026

[Saudi Arabia] ABHI partners with QBS to launch earned wage access service [Saudi Arabia] ABHI partners with QBS to launch earned wage access service

ABHI subsequently expanded into payroll, SME financing and cross-border financial services, with a growing focus on Gulf labour markets and...
18 May 2026

[Saudi Arabia] Qiwa employment contract compliance requirements increased [Saudi Arabia] Qiwa employment contract compliance requirements increased

The update is intended to increase transparency and support the documentation of contractual rights among employers and employees.  
30 Apr 2026

[Saudi Arabia] Government urged to abolish fees for expats in construction [Saudi Arabia] Government urged to abolish fees for expats in construction

Ms Abu Nayan stated that such a move could lower housing costs for citizens and encourage greater investment in the...
08 Apr 2026