Saudi Interior Ministry warns expats of fines, jail and deportation for illegal self-employment
The Interior Ministry has announced that expatriates working for themselves face fines, imprisonment, and deportation.
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AIThe Ministry of Interior has confirmed that expatriates who work for their own account face penalties including a fine of up to 50,000 riyals (SAR), imprisonment for up to six months, and deportation from the Kingdom.
The ministry urged all residents to comply with residency, labor, and border security regulations, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the laws in force in Saudi Arabia.
The ministry also clarified that violations of residency and labor regulations can be reported by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 in other regions.