Arab News, 15 February 2026: Saudi Arabia has launched a new Musaned “work interruption” service allowing employers to legally terminate contracts when domestic workers are absent, clarifying procedures and strengthening contractual protections.

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development introduced the service through the national unified recruitment platform, Musaned, as part of its efforts to improve contractual relationships and enhance transparency in the domestic‑labour sector. The system covers two core procedures: contract termination due to work interruption and labour mobility. Authorities stated that the service is designed to ensure rights are protected and contractual obligations remain clear for both employers and workers.

Under the new framework, workers whose contracts are terminated within the first two years of arrival must complete final‑exit procedures within 60 days, with failure to do so constituting a violation of law. Workers who have resided in the Kingdom for more than two years must either transfer to a new employer or obtain a final exit visa within the same 60‑day window. Noncompliance is treated as an absence from work and a breach of regulations.

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