audi Arabia raises Saudization to 60% for marketing & sales jobs. New digital GOSI payments are live, and temporary work visas for 18+ countries are suspended. This essential 2026 guide explains the changes, penalties, and action steps for employers to comply.

Saudi Arabia has quietly implemented a Temporary Work Visa pause, halting the issuance of Temporary Work Visas (TWVs) for foreign nationals involved in short-term projects. This unexpected suspension, reported on April 28, 2025