Business Legal Updates — Issue 1 · October 2026
Four regulatory signals: Saudisation of 69 administrative support professions, correcting the status of Yemeni workers, the updated import licensing guide, and the livestock transport guide.
Business Legal Updates
Four regulatory signals that deserve businesses’ attention this month. We review the regulations and decisions that matter most to establishments, focusing on their practical impact and what is worth preparing for.
Saudisation of 69 Administrative Support Professions Takes Effect
Enforcement begins for 100% Saudisation of 69 administrative support professions in private-sector establishments.
Review incumbents in covered roles and verify compliance with Saudisation ratios.
Correcting the Status of Yemeni Workers
The Ministry of Human Resources began procedures to correct the status of covered Yemeni workers, with service transfers available per the rules through the Qiwa and Musaned platforms.
Establishments can benefit from the transfer of covered workers and correct their status within the specified period.
Adoption of the Updated Import Licensing Guide
The Minister of Commerce adopted the updated Import Licensing Guide, covering licensed goods, competent authorities, requirements and procedures.
Importing establishments must review the licensing requirements applicable to their goods before import, to avoid delays in licensing or clearance.
Guide for Livestock Transport & Products
A new guide regulating the transport of live animals and their products, health and technical requirements, and related means of transport.
Align transport procedures and means with the new requirements to avoid violations and operational delays.
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