Saudi Labor Law: Strict rules regarding working hours in Saudi Arabia, every employee needs to know these things

Labor law sets strict rules regarding working hours for all employees working in Saudi Arabia. Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has recently re-clarified these rules to ensure protection of workers’ rights. This law makes it mandatory for both the owners and employees of the company to follow a set discipline.

Working hours and overtime rules

Saudi labor law Article 98 Working hours for most employees, under 8 hours a day And 48 hours per week Have been decided. If an employee works longer than this, he gets overtime which is equal to the normal salary. 150% It happens. However, the total working hours in a day even with overtime not more than 11 Should be. Furthermore, after working for 5 continuous hours the employees 30 minute It is important to get a break so that they can rest or eat food. Under no circumstances should an employee be allowed to come to the workplace 12 hours Cannot be stopped more than.

Ramadan and other relaxations

Reducing working hours for Muslim employees during the holy month of Ramadan 6 hours a day Or 36 hours per week Taxes are paid, and no salary cut is made during this period. In certain sectors such as retail, hospitality or hazardous workplaces, the ministry allows changes in working hours subject to certain conditions. Hours for special occasions such as annual inventory or seasonal sales 10 per day And 60 per week which can increase to a maximum 30 days Are valid for. People in management and supervisory positions are often excluded from overtime rules.