Immigration News - Global mobility, Middle East and North Africa, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia | Saudization rate increased for project management professions Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) August 25, 2026 Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced an increased Saudization rate for project management professions, effective Feb. 14, 2027. Key takeaways: A 70% Saudization rate will apply to all private-sector establishments that employ three or more workers in project management professions in accordance with the Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations, including: Project management manager Project management engineer Project management specialist Employers can review the ministry’s procedural guide for details on the professions covered, implementation, rate calculations and compliance requirements. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group. Copyright © 2026 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.
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