Hiring a domestic worker in Saudi Arabia got more streamlined with Musaned, a platform that manages the full recruitment cycle—from visa issuance to contract authentication—in one place.

What Is Musaned?

Musaned connects Saudi recruitment offices with accredited overseas domestic labor agencies, ensuring employment contracts are authenticated by all relevant parties and that authorities have accurate, up-to-date data on workers and employers. This integration leads to a more transparent, regulated domestic labor market for employers and workers alike.

Musaned Sets New Benchmarks in 2025

In the first half of 2025, Musaned processed 417,000 employment transactions, reflecting growing adoption of the platform. The platform also reduced the average domestic worker arrival time to just 44 days—a 12.2% improvement compared to 2024.

What Can You Do on Musaned?

For Employers

• Issue visas with defined fees and validity periods
• Browse and select workers
• Sign contracts electronically
• Track recruitment progress in real time

For Domestic Workers

• Access personal and service information
• File complaints directly through the platform

What's New in 2026

Mandatory Digital Salary Payments: As of January 1, 2026, all employers must transfer domestic workers' salaries through official channels approved by Musaned. The service is supported by five main banks and eight digital wallets, giving employers and workers flexible payment options while protecting wage rights and reducing illegal financial activity.

Contract Termination Due to Work Interruption: Employers can now formally terminate a contract when a worker is absent. Key rules to know:

• If the worker has been in the Kingdom for under two years, they must depart permanently within 60 days of contract termination. Failure to do so violates Residency and Labor Laws.
• If the worker has been in the Kingdom for over two years, they must either depart permanently or transfer to a new employer within 60 days. Failure to regularize their status is classified as absenteeism.

Labor Transfer Service: Workers can now be transferred between individual employers entirely online. The current employer submits a transfer request through Musaned, which is sent electronically to the worker for approval and then to the new employer for validation and fee payment.

The current employer submits a transfer request through Musaned, which is sent electronically to the worker for approval, then to the new employer for validation and fee payment. Transfers are only eligible for workers with no record of absenteeism or a runaway report.

Key Requirements to Keep in Mind

1. Both the domestic worker and the new employer must approve the transfer request via Absher within 7 days.
2. A domestic worker's services can be transferred a maximum of 4 times.
3. The domestic worker's Iqama must have at least 15 days of validity remaining at the time of the transfer.

For workers, a valid residence permit (Iqama) is required to access the Wages Protection Service, making it essential for employers to prioritize legalizing worker residency in order to protect the rights of both parties.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Requirements to Register a Domestic Worker on Musaned?

To recruit a domestic worker through Musaned, applicants must be registered on the Absher platform and ensure all required information is filled in accurately and in accordance with their actual data.

In some cases, proof of financial capability may also be required, though this is not always mandatory. Additionally, the applicant must have no violations on record.

How Do I Authenticate a Contract on Musaned?

To authenticate a contract on Musaned, log in to the platform and navigate to the "Contracts" page, then select "Authentication" under the new requests section.

From there, complete the contract authentication request steps and submit. Once submitted, an authentication link will be sent to the worker via SMS, where they will need to enter their Iqama number and the verification code sent to them. The worker must then approve the contract within 5 days.

How Do I Activate a Worker Visa on Musanad?

To activate a visa on Musaned, navigate to the "Visas" section and select "Domestic Worker Visas." Review and agree to the terms and acknowledgment, then enter the required information. Once all details are filled in, complete the payment process to finalize the activation.