Saudi Labour Law, Royal Decree M/51; Article 109
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KSA Annual Leave Law — Employer Guide
Saudi Labour Law, Royal Decree M/51; Article 109. Annual leave entitlement and pay rules under Saudi Labour Law for employers.
Part of: KSA HR Compliance Guide
· by ArcHR Compliance Team
By Swajan
How many annual leave days are KSA employees entitled to?
Employees earn annual leave based on service length — typically 21 days before five years and 30 days after. Leave must be scheduled with employer approval and paid before leave when required.
What are KSA employer obligations for annual leave?
Accrue leave in HR systems. Pay leave wages excluding certain allowances per law. Settle unused leave on termination.
What are common KSA compliance mistakes?
KSA SMEs frequently miss GOSI registration for new joiners, file Mudad late, or under-report Saudization. Maintain iqama expiry calendars and align Qiwa contract data with payroll each month.
How does ArcHR help KSA employers?
ArcHR supports GOSI calculations, Mudad-ready payroll exports, Nitaqat headcount views, and document expiry alerts for iqama and contracts.
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Frequently asked questions
Annual leave days in KSA?
21 days until five years service, then 30 days for many employees.
Can leave be encashed?
Unused leave is paid on termination; encashment during service depends on policy.
Does ArcHR track KSA leave?
Yes — accrual, approvals, and balance reports per employee.
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