What is the primary function of Qiwa?

Digitizing and authenticating employment contracts between employers and employees.

Are paper contracts still valid?

Only if they are uploaded and authenticated on the Qiwa platform.

What happens if a contract is not on Qiwa?

The company may face fines and will be unable to renew the employee's work permit (Iqama).

How does Qiwa help employees?

It provides them with a secure, government-verified record of their contract and rights.

Can I manage terminations on Qiwa?

Yes, the platform handles the entire lifecycle from onboarding to end-of-service.

Is Qiwa linked to Nitaqat?

Yes, your Saudization levels and compliance scores are tracked through this ecosystem.

What is the Qiwa score?

A measure of a company's compliance with Saudi labor regulations.

How often should I check Qiwa?

Weekly checks are recommended to handle new contract requests or renewals.

Does Kiework integrate with Qiwa?

Yes, we help automate the data flow to ensure your Qiwa records are always current.

Who can access the Qiwa portal?

Authorized company representatives and individual employees via their own accounts.

Payroll Compliance

KSA Labor Law (Qiwa)

Qiwa is the leading electronic platform for the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia, designed to regulate and improve the labor market through digital contract management and compliance services.

Key Takeaways

Mandatory for all private sector companies in KSA.
Unified portal for all labor-related services.
Ensures contract transparency and worker rights.
Linked directly to work permit renewals.

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