Yasir Imran

We love to work and live in Saudi Arabia say expats

October 26, 2015September 26, 2016 Yasir Imran

A recent survey My Yellow Brick Road conducted by The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU) reaffirms that migrant professionals residing in Saudi Arabia feel secure, happy and fulfilled in the kingdom due to a wide variety of reasons.

There are 151 people participated aged 30 years in average, in the survey throughout Saudi Arabia. 46 percent think that safety is the key reason of their satisfaction, 44 percent think comfort of friendships is the best reason, while 34.6 percent think comfortable lifestyle in the kingdom is best reason.

Participants said they had collectively achieved several goals, Money savings (54.6 per cent), a better lifestyle (38 per cent), buying a home (37.5 per cent), and paying for education (32 per cent).
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New Regulations & Fines by Ministry of Labor

October 25, 2015September 26, 2016 Yasir Imran

Saudi Ministry of Labor (MoL) will impose various fines on employers / companies who are unable to follow new regulations. Below is the summary of these fines under new regulations, please note we have compiled this for information sharing purpose only, you may visit actual news site for further clarification.

SR 2,000 fine on employer on keeping passport of employee with him.

SR 3,000 fine under wage protection program on companies who are unable to pay salaries on-time to their workers. This amount of fine will be for each unpaid worker. Furthermore workers will be allowed to transfer their services to another company without the need of approval from current employer. Wage protection program will be compulsory for companies who are having at least 11 workers and a maximum of 100 workers on Feb 2016.

SR 5,000 fine on employer if he did not provide a copy of contract to his workers.

SR 10,000 fine on employer for offering such a job to male worker which is restricted for female worker.
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SAUDI HORECA 2015 Biggest Hospitality Food & Beverage Exhibition in Saudi Arabia

October 22, 2015September 26, 2016 Yasir Imran

Saudi Horeca 2015 Exhibition

HORECA is the biggest annual hospitality exhibition. HORECA Exhibition has been running in various Middle Eastern Countries like Lebanon, Jordan, Kuwait from more than 22 years. Saudi Horeca 2015 held from 18-20 Oct 2015 in Riyadh. It has been running in Saudi Arabia from 5 years. There are more than 113 local and international companies participated in this exhibition making it a big success.

HORECA is the biggest annual hospitality exhibition. HORECA Exhibition has been running in various Middle Eastern Countries like Lebanon, Jordan, Kuwait from more than 22 years. Saudi Horeca 2015 started in Saudi Arabia from 2010 and up to 2015 it runs for 5 times in the Kingdom. There are more than 113 local and international companies participated in this exhibition making it a big success.

In Saudi Arabia, Horeca has been organized by SEMARK – Saudi Event Management & Marketing Company. Horeca features a host of activities and shows including workshops, culinary art show and much more. It has been held in RICEC – Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center which offers 4 halls of 15000 square meters and parking capacity of 1500 cars.
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Human Trafficking in Saudi Arabia – News Report

October 22, 2015 Yasir Imran

Saudi Gazette has reported that Summary courts in Makkah and Jeddah have charged 24 with human trafficking and they are sentenced to 10 years imprisonment along with 1000 lashes and fine from 20,000 to 100,000 Saudi Riyals. Below is the infographic showing details of the court’s decision.

Court's Decision on Human Trafficking Saudi Arabia — Court’s Decision on Human Trafficking Saudi Arabia

Source: Saudi Gazette

Higher Education in Saudi Arabia: The Way It Works

October 18, 2015September 26, 2016 Yasir Imran

Standing on the pinnacle of growth with economy proliferating at a rapid rate, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the most lucrative options for leading a comfortable life in every aspect. Right from the best employment options in its booming economic spheres, to a multitude of opportunities for those looking forward to pursue higher education, the KSA has always looked forward to harbor expatriates and talented individuals from all around the globe.

The article below will build on the same line of thought and discuss regarding the higher education system in Saudi Arabia. Give it a glance to gain a better insight before you’re on your flight to this exotic kingdom.

The Universities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Post its entry into the era of globalization in the early 1970s, higher education became a focus for the Saudi regime to shape the economy in the most efficient way. Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) was established in the year 1975, with the foremost objective to incept institutions to serve the same purpose throughout the kingdom. Consequently, as of 2014 there are 25 public and private universities in Saudi Arabia.
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What we call some common Iqama professions in Arabic

May 14, 2015September 25, 2016 Yasir Imran

I have compiled a list of some Iqama Professions & their relevant meaning in Arabic. I have also added another column where you can pronounce these professions correctly in Arabic. Please note that this post is not related with Family visa neither these professions below have any relevancy with getting family visa.

If you are looking for information regarding family visa you may read information under Family Visa category. Below is a list of Professions, Their Arabic Meaning & Pronunciation e.g How do we speak them.

Professions	Name in Arabic	How to Pronounce
Accountant	محاسب	Mu-ha-sib
Architect	مهندس معماري	Mu-han-dis Ma-ma-ri
Banker	مصرفي	Mas-rafi
Carpenter	النجار	Al-Naj-jar
Cook	طبخ	Tab-bakh
Dentist	طبيب أسنان	Tabeeb Asnan
Designer	مصمم	Mu-sam-um
Doctor	طبيب	Tabeeb
Driver	سواق	Saww-wag
Electrician	كهربائي	Ka-har-baii
Engineer	مهندس	Mu-han-dis
Farmer	مزارع	Ma-za-ray
General Accountant	محاسب عام	Mu-ha-sib Aaam
General Worker	عامل عادي	Aamil Aye-di
Graphic Designer	مصمم جرافيك	Mu-sam-um Jara-fic
Lawyer	محام	Mu-haam
Mechanic	ميكانكي	Mi-kaan-ki
Pilot	طيار	Teyy-yar
Postman	ساعي البرد	Saa-ie Al-Bareed
Salesman	بائع	Baaye
Programmer	مبرمج	Mu-bar-maj
Secretary	سكرتير	Sekr-tair
Teacher	معلم	Mu-Al-lim
Worker / Labor	عامل	Aamil
Writer	كاتب	Kaa-teb
Guard	حارس	Haa-ris
Sponsor	كفيل	Kaf-fil
Job	وظيفة	Waz-zeef-fah
Work	عمل	Amal
Project	مشروع	Mash-rooh

Termination of Work Contract in Saudi Arabia: Avoid These to Stay in Your Job

March 31, 2015September 26, 2016 Yasir Imran

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia- a country harboring millions of professionals from all across the globe, stands as a lucrative option for all those looking forward to lead a comfortable professional life. A country with nearly 31% of its population constituting expats sure does entice any individual to secure a job offer here. But there are certain subtleties you need to comprehend with, before you’re on your flight to Saudi Arabia.

One such thing to consider is the employment contract you’re going to sign. Of course, you know about it being both in English and Arabic, but is that all?

What about the termination and related clauses? Yes, it does need some space of you mind and thoughtful consideration. Hence, the section below will seek to discuss the same and help you gain a clear insight about the employment contract in the KSA and the clauses leading to its termination.
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Helpline for Expatriate Problems in Saudi Arabia

January 27, 2015 Yasir Imran

Saudi Arabian Govt has provided a helpline for expatriates to discuss and solve their problems, register complaints against abuse of law by sponsors or anyone else.

Expatriates can call this number 19911 and submit their complaint in a variety of languages available from Saturday to Thursday. Currently available languages are Arabic, English, urdu, Hindi, Indonesian, Amharic, Malayalam and Tagalog.

QSaudi Blog has created a very useful graphic for this purpose which can be seen below.

So if you are an expat in Saudi Arabia and you are having any difficulty regarding labor law, abuse of law or any other issues related with your company or sponsor feel free to dial this number and authorities will guide you to the possible solution.