How to Transfer Your Iqama Sponsor in Saudi Arabia (Kafala System Explained)

Iqama transfer

Changing your iqama sponsor in Saudi Arabia is an important legal process under the sponsorship framework known as the Kafala system. This system connects foreign workers’ legal residency (iqama) to their employer or sponsor, meaning any job change usually requires an official transfer of sponsorship. In recent years, major reforms by the Saudi government and … Read more

Saudization (Nitaqat) Compliance Guide for Businesses: 2026 Quotas & Penalties

Saudization 2026

Saudi Arabia’s labor market continues to evolve rapidly in 2026 under Vision 2030, with one of the most influential policies being Saudization (Nitaqat). This system is designed to increase employment opportunities for Saudi nationals in the private sector while ensuring businesses maintain balanced workforce structures. The program is enforced by the Ministry of Human Resources … Read more