Riyadh, October 6, 2025 — In a major step to modernize its labor market, Saudi Arabia has unveiled a new Unified Employment Contract, a digital, standardized agreement designed to enhance transparency, ensure timely wage payments, and reduce workplace disputes across the Kingdom.
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Launched as part of the nation’s ambitious Vision 2030 objectives, the initiative prioritizes worker protection by providing a safer, fairer, and more trustworthy employment relationship for both private sector and government-related employees.
Key Benefits for Employees
This standardized electronic agreement regulates the employer-employee relationship in strict accordance with Saudi labor laws. Its standout features include:
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Direct Wage Enforcement: The contract includes a legally binding wage clause that obligates employers to specify the agreed-upon salary. If wages are unpaid, employees can now claim them directly through enforcement courts via the Najiz platform, significantly speeding up resolution and bypassing lengthy litigation.
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Legal Security: The contract is legally enforceable, granting all employees the ability to claim their rights directly, empowering them with transparency regarding their obligations and legal protections.
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Uniformity: It provides a standard template for all agreements, ensuring consistency across various sectors and reducing ambiguity.
Digital Integration and Market Impact
The initiative fully digitizes and simplifies the contract process, providing both parties with centralized, easy access to their contractual documents.
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Seamless Access: The contract is integrated with key digital platforms like Qiwa ($[https://www.qiwa.sa](https://www.qiwa.sa)$) and Najiz ($[https://www.najiz.sa](https://www.najiz.sa)$), facilitating simple registration, verification, and management of employment agreements.
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Increased Trust: By formalizing financial terms and offering direct legal recourse, the contract is expected to minimize wage-related disputes and build greater trust in the labor market.
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Investment Climate: Clear and enforceable labor agreements signal a strong commitment to transparency, making the Kingdom a more attractive destination for both local and foreign investments.
During the launch event in Riyadh, Deputy Minister of Justice, Dr. Najm Al-Zaid, emphasized the contract’s importance in promoting justice and transparency. Similarly, Dr. Abdullah Abuthnain, Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, highlighted its role in empowering workers and enhancing their participation in the national economy.
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