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Legal Update: Increase of Saudization in Engineering Professions
The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has issued a decision (decision no. 93483) increasing the Saudization rate in engineering professions as part of its ongoing labor market nationalization initiatives.
Under the decision, the Saudization quota for engineering professions will be increased from 25% to 30%, and the minimum qualifying wage will be raised from SAR 7,000 to SAR 8,000. The decision applies to establishments in the private and non-profit sector employing five (5) or more employees in engineering roles, in accordance with the approved professional classifications. The decision covers 46 engineering professions (including but not limited to: Architectural Engineer, Power Generation Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Marine Engineer, Sanitary Engineer). It also requires professional accreditation from the Saudi Council of Engineers.
The new requirements will become effective as of 31 December 2025, with implementation commencing 6 months (30 June 2026) from the date of issuance, allowing affected establishments a transition period to ensure compliance.
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