EOR in Saudi Arabia
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Employ talent in Saudi Arabia without setting up a local entity.
- Fast and compliant employee onboarding
- Payroll, tax and social security in Saudi Arabia
- Transparent monthly EOR pricing
- Work-permit support where a permit is required
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Employment in Saudi Arabia
Employ in Saudi Arabia without establishing a local entity
Saudi Arabia is the largest economy in the Middle East, undergoing economic diversification reforms.
In Saudi Arabia, Zakat applies to Saudi and GCC-owned entities and is calculated on the company’s Zakat base in accordance with local regulations. Foreign-owned or mixed-ownership entities are generally subject to Corporate Income Tax (CIT) on the non-Saudi share of profits. Tax compliance and administration are overseen by the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), with mandatory filing and payment obligations.
At a glance
Saudi Arabia at a glance
Country essentials and economic context.
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Employment
Employment essentials
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Paid annual leave is statutory. Public holidays sit on top of that entitlement.
In Saudi Arabia, Zakat applies to Saudi and GCC-owned entities and is calculated on the company’s Zakat base in accordance with local regulations. Foreign-owned or mixed-ownership entities are generally subject to Corporate Income Tax (CIT) on the non-Saudi share of profits. Tax compliance and administration are overseen by the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), with mandatory filing and payment obligations.
Notice and severance follow the labour code and the contract. Gini calculates the balance at offboarding.
Included
What’s included in your EOR service?
Employment administration and support for your team in Saudi Arabia.
Employment contracts & onboarding
Locally compliant employment documents, onboarding and statutory setup in Saudi Arabia.
Monthly payroll
Gross-to-net payroll, payslips and monthly payroll reporting in Saudi Arabia.
Social security administration
Employee registration and ongoing social security contributions in Saudi Arabia.
Payroll tax administration
Processing of applicable payroll taxes and statutory filings in Saudi Arabia.
Leave & benefits administration
Administration of statutory leave, agreed benefits and expenses in Saudi Arabia.
Employee records
Employment records and HR documentation through the employee lifecycle in Saudi Arabia.
Local HR support
Day-to-day employment support for employees and international employers in Saudi Arabia.
Offboarding & final settlement
Termination documents, final payroll and statutory settlement in Saudi Arabia.
EOR vs Local Entity in Saudi Arabia
| GOSI – Saudi Nationals (Employer Share) | 12% of gross salary |
|---|---|
| GOSI – Saudi Nationals (Employee Share) | 10% of gross salary |
| GOSI – Expatriates (Employer Only) | ≈2% (Occupational Hazard Insurance) |
| Personal Income Tax | 0% (No personal income tax) |
| End of Service Benefits (EOSB) | Accrued liability (15-30 days per year) |
| Total Employer Cost – Saudi Nationals | ≈12% + benefits + EOSB accrual |
| Total Employer Cost – Expatriates | ≈2% + benefits + EOSB accrual |
Hiring
Hiring & compliance in Saudi Arabia
Key employment rules for international employers hiring in Saudi Arabia.
Working Hours
Standard work week is 48 hours (8 hours per day, 6 days per week). During Ramadan, working hours are reduced to 36 hours per week (6 hours per day) for Muslim employees.
Probation Period
Up to 90 days, which can be extended to 180 days with mutual written agreement. Either party may terminate during probation with shorter notice.
Notice Period
Minimum 30 days for monthly-paid employees, 15 days for others, unless longer periods are specified in the employment contract.
Employment termination in Saudi Arabia
Working Hours
Standard work week is 48 hours (8 hours per day, 6 days per week). During Ramadan, working hours are reduced to 36 hours per week (6 hours per day) for Muslim employees.
Probation Period
Up to 90 days, which can be extended to 180 days with mutual written agreement. Either party may terminate during probation with shorter notice.
Notice Period
Minimum 30 days for monthly-paid employees, 15 days for others, unless longer periods are specified in the employment contract.
Annual Leave
21 days per year for employees with less than 5 years of service, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of continuous employment.
Customer success
Employ in Saudi Arabia with one partner
Gini hires and employs people in Saudi Arabia under local rules, covering the contract, payroll, tax and social contributions, without opening a local entity first.
Payroll, tax and social security stay with one accountable partner.
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Hiring in Saudi Arabia
A practical guide to employment, payroll, tax and EOR compliance in Saudi Arabia.
