Overview of the Grace Period Initiative

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has launched a campaign to allow foreign workers with runaway status to correct their situation. The grace period, starting from December 1, 2024, and ending on January 29, 2025, aims to provide an opportunity for workers to transfer their services to a new employer through the Qiwa platform.

How Workers Can Utilize the Qiwa Platform

Steps to Transfer Services

Workers can access the Qiwa platform and follow these steps to transfer their services:

• Log in to the Qiwa platform.

• Select the "Transfer Services" option.

• Provide required details and submit the request to the desired employer.

Eligibility Criteria

Only workers with valid runaway reports against them are eligible to benefit from this campaign.

Benefits of the Campaign

This initiative aims to enhance the stability of labor relationships and provide workers with an additional opportunity to comply with Saudi labor regulations. It supports a stable and attractive working environment while safeguarding the rights of employers and employees.

Features of the Qiwa Platform

The Qiwa platform offers a wide range of digital services to establishments and workers, ensuring streamlined processes and improved transparency. Employees can access job certificates, salary details, and previous work experience information easily.

Step-by-Step Guide to Obtain Job Certificates

1. Log in to the Qiwa Individuals account.
2. Navigate to the "Services" section and select "Job Certificates."
3. Request a new certificate and specify the type of certificate required.
4. Choose the relevant job and provide details about the requesting party.
5. Review the request and send it to the employer for verification.