EOR in Saudi Arabia — GOSI, Iqama, Saudization, and the RHQ Programme

Saudi EOR is operationally heavier than UAE EOR because of Iqama processing timelines that typically run 6–12 weeks end to end, GOSI registration required from month one (11.75% employer on Saudi nationals, 1–2% occupational hazard on expats), and Saudization obligations that apply to the legal employer's headcount — which under EOR is the provider, not the client. Companies winning Vision 2030 RHQ contracts need compliant Saudi payroll from day one of operations, which makes EOR the only viable entry route before incorporation.