"Transfer of sponsorship of domestic workers"

Transfer of Domestic Worker Sponsorship 2026 | Conditions, Steps, and Fees via Musaned and Qiwa Platforms

Regulating domestic workers is essential for the stability of families in the Kingdom. We at Sanad Services , in cooperation with Abu Sultan Office , provide you with a comprehensive guide on "Domestic Worker Sponsorship Transfer Procedures 2026" in Jeddah and Mecca. Whether you wish to transfer sponsorship of a worker or receive sponsorship for a new one, we guarantee "swift processing" and ensure all legal rights for all parties are protected.

1. Conditions for transferring sponsorship for individuals 2026

In the updated 2026 system, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development established controls to ensure the quality of recruitment. These controls include the "conditions for transferring sponsorship of domestic workers," which require the current sponsor's approval, the new sponsor having no outstanding traffic violations, and the worker's residency permit being valid. At www.completionsaudi.com , we help you "verify the eligibility of the new sponsor" before initiating the process to avoid automatic application rejection.

2. Steps for transferring sponsorship via the Musaned platform

The process of transferring domestic worker services is entirely electronic and conducted through the Musaned platform. The steps begin with the new sponsor submitting a "transfer of services request," followed by acceptance of the request by the current sponsor, and finally, the domestic worker's approval via Absher. At Sanad Services , we monitor the entire process and ensure the correct technical integration between Musaned and Absher to guarantee the immediate issuance of the new residency permit.

3. Domestic worker sponsorship transfer fees

The "Transfer of Sponsorship Fee 2026" is determined based on the number of previous transfers of the worker. The first transfer costs 2,000 riyals, the second 4,000 riyals, and the third 6,000 riyals. We provide a service for paying the transfer fees and clarifying the financial obligations associated with the process, ensuring transparency and clarity in financial transactions between the parties.

4. Transfer of sponsorship without the sponsor's consent (exceptional cases)

There are specific cases, as stipulated by law, that allow for the transfer of an employee's services without the employer's consent, such as delayed wages or failure to renew residency permits. At Speed ​​of Achievement, we provide legal consultations for "rectifying the status of workers" in these cases, working to "establish rights" and facilitate the transfer of workers to a new establishment or individual in a legal manner that preserves the dignity of the workplace.

5. Updating professional data after sponsorship transfer

Once the transfer process is complete, the worker's data must be updated in the medical insurance and passport systems. Issu