Saudi Arabia increases maternity leave

In particular, the maternity leave period increased to 12 weeks, which can be taken from four weeks before the estimated date of birth. Six weeks after childbirth are a mandatory vacation, the remaining six weeks can be taken at their discretion.

Among other amendments – the right to three days of vacation in the event of a brother/sister’s death, setting a period of 30 days to notify the dismissal of the employee and a term of 60 days to notify the dismissal of the employer.

The trial period is also standardized and will be 180 days, during which any of the parties can terminate the contract.