WPS Compliance Checker
Check your establishment compliance with Saudi Arabia's Wage Protection System
Establishment Information
WPS Rules Summary
What is the Wage Protection System?
The Wage Protection System (WPS) is an initiative by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) to ensure workers receive their wages on time and in the agreed-upon amount.
Core Rules
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | All salaries must be paid through approved banking channels |
| Payment Timing | Salary must be paid within 7 days maximum from the due date |
| Mandatory Registration | All establishments with 1 or more employees must register in the system |
| Transparency | The transferred amount must match the salary registered in the employment contract |
Non-Compliance Penalties
- Financial Fines: Up to 10,000 SAR per employee whose salary was not paid through the system
- Nitaqat Downgrade: Downgrading the establishment's classification in the Nitaqat program
- Work Permit Suspension: Preventing the establishment from issuing or renewing work permits
- Service Suspension: Suspending all HRSD services for the establishment
- Legal Referral: Referral to relevant authorities in cases of repetition or serious violations
Alert Stages
Stage 1
Alert when payment is delayed by 1 month
Stage 2
All ministry services suspended at 2-month delay
Stage 3
Court referral and fines at 3-month delay
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Important Notes
- This tool provides an approximate assessment and is not a substitute for specialized legal advice
- Laws and fines may change. Please refer to updated official regulations
- The WPS covers all establishments with one or more employees
- Salaries are monitored through the Mudad platform under the Ministry of HRSD