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HRDF employment support: rates, conditions and how to apply

If you will hire Saudi nationals, the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) covers part of the wage for the first two years. These are the conditions as shown on the programme page (4 November 2026).

Last updated: 4 November 2026

Support rate

Base support is 30% of the wage in the first and second years, with an extra 10% added for each of: women, persons with disabilities, targeted sectors and occupations, and city size (no addition in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Khobar), plus 10% for micro, small and medium enterprises, up to a maximum of 50% [1].

Wage, support cap and duration

The wage (basic plus housing) must be between SAR 4,000 and SAR 15,000. The duration is up to 24 months. The support has a monetary cap shown on the programme page; check it there before calculating costs [1].

Employee conditions

Saudi national, aged 18 to 60, full-time, and registered with GOSI for at least 90 days. The application is submitted between day 91 and day 180 [1].

Frequently asked questions

What percentage of the wage does HRDF support?

A base 30%, rising with additions to up to 50%, including 10% for SMEs [1].

When do I apply for employment support?

Between day 91 and day 180 after the employee's GOSI registration [1].

Sources

  1. Employment SupportHuman Resources Development Fund (HRDF) · 2026-11-04

Sources last checked: 4 November 2026.