# Saudi worker housing regulations

> A short guide to group-housing licensing in Saudi Arabia: who must comply, how capacity is calculated, and the Balady–Qiwa link.

URL: https://sknliving.com/en/saudi-worker-housing-regulations/

## Key rules

| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Who must comply | Every establishment with 20+ workers |
| Bedroom area per person | 4 m² minimum |
| Maximum per room | 10 people |
| Sanitary sets | 1 set (WC, basin, shower) per 8 people or fewer |
| Dining / rest area | 0.7 m² per person |
| Licence term | 1 year, renewable |
| Supervision | A full-time Saudi supervisor |

## Cities and licensing tracks

- Riyadh — Balady: Licensed through the Balady platform (Riyadh Municipality).
- Khobar — Balady: Licensed through the Balady platform (Eastern Province Municipality).
- Dammam — Balady / MODON: Balady inside the city; MODON's own services inside its industrial cities.

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