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Decision Amending the Size of Small and Very Small Establishments in Nitaqat

Amends Nitaqat sizes: 1–5 workers become «small category A» instead of «very small», and 6–49 workers «small category B».

Ministerial decision29/11/1438H · 21 August 2017Employment

In brief

Amends Nitaqat sizes: 1–5 workers become «small category A» instead of «very small», and 6–49 workers «small category B».

Summary of the law

Key rules, rights and obligations

  • Size determines the required Saudization ratio; a change in headcount can move the establishment to another category.

Procedures and key deadlines

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An advisory summary prepared by Al-Bayan Al-Wadih Law Firm. It is not an official text and does not replace the law, its implementing regulations, or advice from a specialised lawyer. The official published text and its amendments prevail.

What it covers

  • Size categories
  • Effect on Saudization ratios

Timeline

  1. Issued: Published 29/11/1438H

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