Saudi Labour Law, Article 98
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KSA Overtime Rules — Employer Guide
Saudi Labour Law, Article 98. Overtime compensation and working hours limits under Saudi Labour Law.
Part of: KSA HR Compliance Guide
· by ArcHR Compliance Team
By Swajan
What are KSA overtime rules for employers?
Standard work is eight hours daily or 48 weekly. Overtime requires employer consent and additional pay — typically basic wage plus 50% premium unless role exemptions apply.
How must KSA employers pay and log overtime?
Log overtime hours in attendance. Pay premiums through payroll and Mudad. Do not exceed maximum hour limits without legal basis.
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
KSA overtime premium?
Article 98 requires additional pay — commonly 150% of hourly basic wage.
Is overtime mandatory?
Employer may require overtime within legal limits with proper compensation.
Does ArcHR support KSA overtime?
Overtime hours from attendance export to payroll with premium rates.
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