In brief
Set who may advertise support-labour services (domestic workers and similar) and how, ad requirements, permitted and prohibited services, and penalties.
Summary of the law
Key rules, rights and obligations
- Only establishments licensed by the Ministry may advertise support-labour services, within their licensed services, based on Article 30 of the Labour Law.
- An ad is any visual, audio or printed content, online or on paper, including social media.
Violations, penalties and common problems
- Individuals advertising the «transfer» or rental of a domestic worker on social media.
- An establishment advertising a service outside its licence.
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
- Licensed advertisers
- Ad requirements
- Prohibited ads
- Penalties
Timeline
- Issued: Published 4/5/1447H
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Official text at the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
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