Comprehensive Visa, Payroll, and Workforce Management Solutions
Managing human resources in Saudi Arabia is critical to running a successful business, especially for foreign investors. Saudi labour laws are complex, covering visas, payroll, Saudization requirements, employee rights, and benefits. To operate efficiently and remain compliant, businesses need long-lasting HR systems. Arab Consult House (ACH) provides end-to-end HR services that simplify these processes, minimise risks, and enable companies to focus on growth. Our HR solutions cater to both small enterprises and large organisations, ensuring legal compliance and workforce satisfaction.
Employee Visa and Residency Services
Every foreign employee in Saudi Arabia must have the correct employment visa and Iqama (residency permit) to work legally. ACH manages the entire visa lifecycle, ensuring a smooth and compliant process.
• Work Visa Issuance – Obtaining visas for new hires before arrival in Saudi Arabia.
• Iqama Processing and Renewal – Timely issuance and renewal of residency permits to prevent fines or operational interruptions.
• Exit and Reentry Visas – Coordination for employee travel, ensuring full compliance with Saudi immigration rules.
• Sponsorship Transfers – Seamless management when employees change roles or move between companies.
• Visa and Iqama Cancellation – Proper handling when employment ends to avoid legal liabilities.
• Official Record Updates – Keeping employee job titles, sponsor information, and salaries up to date in Absher, Muqeem, and Qiwa systems.
These services help foreign employees settle quickly while keeping your company fully compliant with local immigration laws.
Saudization Compliance
Saudization (Nitaqat) is a government program aimed at increasing employment of Saudi nationals in the private sector. Businesses must meet specific quotas based on industry and company size. ACH provides strategic guidance to ensure full compliance, including:
Proper Saudization compliance avoids penalties and enhances your company’s reputation with the government and local community.
Employee Onboarding and HR Policy Development
Effective onboarding and HR policies are crucial for employee engagement, retention, and compliance. ACH helps businesses create professional HR frameworks that align with Saudi labour law and international best practices.
Services include:
• Employee Onboarding – Designing onboarding programs that include orientation, training, and compliance procedures.
• HR Policy Drafting – Developing employee manuals, workplace guidelines, leave policies, and code of conduct in both English and Arabic.
• Contract Management – Preparing employment contracts that meet legal requirements and clearly define roles, responsibilities, and benefits.
• Performance Management Systems – Implementing frameworks for appraisals, promotions, and professional development.
These HR solutions ensure employees feel supported while keeping your business compliant and operationally efficient.
Employee Benefits Management
Saudi labour laws require certain employee benefits, and additional benefits enhance workforce satisfaction and retention. ACH assists with the design and administration of comprehensive benefit packages, including:
Ensuring employees and dependents are covered according to Saudi regulations.
Managing annual leave, sick leave, and other statutory entitlements.
Accurate calculation and administration of retirement or termination settlements.
Customising bonus structures, allowances, and incentive programs to improve employee engagement.
Our benefits management services streamline administrative tasks while promoting a motivated, productive workforce.
Why Partner With ACH
Partnering with ACH for HR services guarantees:With ACH, HR is not just administrative; it’s strategic. We help you build a compliant, motivated, and efficient workforce while reducing risk and improving productivity.