Saudi Arabia has intensified its crackdown on recruitment offices after penalising 17 firms for labour law violations, aiming to strengthen oversight, protect worker rights, and improve service quality across the labour market.

17 Recruitment Offices Penalised by Ministry of Human Resources

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced that 17 recruitment offices were penalised for breaching Saudi labour regulations during inspections conducted in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Six offices were immediately suspended, while 11 others had their licences revoked after failing to address violations within the stipulated grace period.

Labour Law Violations Identified

According to the ministry, the breaches included non-compliance with recruitment rules, delays in refunding financial dues, and failure to resolve client complaints.

These violations undermine trust in recruitment services and contradict the government’s broader efforts to improve labour market transparency and accountability.

Saudi Arabia’s Strategy to Strengthen Labour Market Compliance

The ministry said the measures form part of a broader strategy to strengthen compliance across the labour market, improve service quality, and promote a more transparent and orderly working environment.

Authorities confirmed they will continue monitoring recruitment offices and impose penalties where necessary to ensure adherence to Saudi labour laws.

Musaned Platform Promoted for Secure Recruitment

Beneficiaries were urged to use the Musaned platform, which facilitates electronic contracting with accredited providers and offers tools for service evaluation and complaint tracking.

The platform aims to enhance consumer protection and ensure transparent recruitment practices.