How Saudization and Emiratization Shape Payroll and Workforce Planning in Saudi Arabia and the UAE
Countries in the Middle East like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman & Qatar have been adopting strong workforce nationalization programs viz Saudization, Emiratization in the UAE, Omanization & Qatarization. These programs, envisaged as part of larger long term National strategic programmes, aim to develop a skilled local workforce, increase participation of local citizens especially in the private sector workforce &reduce reliance on expatriate workers. The initiatives, which are quota or incentive driven, is a critical part of doing business and non-compliance can result in severe consequences.
As a Global Payroll e patron, I often get questions from HR and business leaders about how these policies affect payroll and workforce planning. In this blog, I will break down the impacts in a simple way and help you understand what your organization should do to stay compliant and prepared.
Source: https://www.ramco.com/blog/pay....roll/saudization-emi
