Ministry of Human Resources Answers: What Should a Worker Do If Salary Is Delayed?

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has outlined a clear process for workers experiencing delayed salaries. The guidance emphasizes that employees must first confirm their employment contract is an "enforceable document." This status generally applies to contracts documented or updated after October 2025.

Workers can verify the enforceability of their contract through the Qiwa platform. If an employer fails to pay the full owed amount within 30 days of the due date, the employee has a direct recourse. They can submit an enforcement request through the Najiz platform.

This streamlined process, part of a government initiative, aims to expedite salary payments and protect workers' rights. Crucially, for cases covered by this initiative, employees do not need to file a formal labor lawsuit or go through an amicable settlement procedure. This aims to simplify and speed up the resolution of wage disputes.