Compliance Saudi Arabia intensifies residency and labour abuse crackdown Inspection uncovers 13,822 compliance breaches, covering residency, border-security, and labour-law violations iStock.com/mirsad sarajlic Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Tuesday 20 October 2026 Saudi Arabia is tightening its enforcement of residency and labour rules, combining weekly security sweeps with large-scale workplace inspections and tougher penalties. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Business Travel Misuse of multi-entry visas causes safety concerns in Saudi Arabia Work Permits Saudi Arabia launches grace period for absentee workers Recruitment Relying on expat talent becoming tougher as Saudisation ramps up Settlement Support Saudi firms adjust expat pay amid rethink of talent models