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Saudization has been building steadily for years, but the 2026 expansion is the largest single addition yet — 69 new professions added to the 100% Saudi-only list, effective 1 April 2026, with companies given a compliance window of 6 to 12 months depending on their specific sector. If you work in Saudi Arabia in a mid-level management or white-collar role, this is worth understanding…
01 Aug 2026Saudization has been a fact of life for expat workers for years, but 2026 has turned it from a background policy into something companies and employees are watching week by week. The latest wave isn't just about banning expats from certain job titles — it's about hard percentage quotas that entire departments have to hit, on specific deadlines, or face real financial consequences.
23 Jul 2026