Part One: Working Hours
Saudi labor laws regulate working hours to prevent worker fatigue and ensure they have sufficient time for rest and leisure. The law stipulates that daily working hours should not exceed eight hours, or forty-eight hours per week. During Ramadan, working hours for Muslims are reduced to six hours daily or thirty-six hours weekly.
Additionally, the law grants workers rest periods during working hours to maintain their activity and health. Rest periods should be appropriate for the nature of the work and the needs of the workers, ensuring they have enough time for meals and rest.
Part Two: Leaves
Leaves are a fundamental right for workers in Saudi Arabia, including several types such as paid annual leave, sick leave, and family leave. The law grants workers a minimum of 21 days of paid annual leave, increasing to 30 days for those who have served for five years.
For sick leave, workers are entitled to paid leave based on certified medical reports. Workers may request to combine sick leave with annual leave if their health condition requires it.
Family leaves include marriage leave, bereavement leave, and maternity leave. The law grants workers paid leave for marriage or in the event of the death of a first-degree relative, and grants female workers ten weeks of paid maternity leave.
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