How WPS (Wage Protection System) Works in Saudi Arabia

What is WPS?

The Wage Protection System (WPS) is an initiative by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources.Purpose: Ensure timely, transparent salary payments.

Who Must Follow WPS?

All private-sector employers in KSA Applies to Saudi and expat workers Non-compliance = penalties or business suspension

How It Works?

Employers register with a Saudi bank Salaries are transferred through the bank Bank shares payroll data with government Government monitors wage compliance

Documents Needed for WPS

Required: Employee contracts Salary slips GOSI data IBANs linked to employees

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Late or false salary reporting = Fines up to SAR 10,000 Service suspensions Legal action

Benefits of WPS

For Employees: Timely salary Proof of payment For Employers: Compliance assurance Avoid penalties

Want to stay 100% WPS compliant?

Want to stay 100% WPS compliant?