How to Apply for Recruitment

Before starting the recruitment process, ensure the following essential requirements are in place:

First, applicant eligibility: your national ID or residency permit must be valid, with a clean record and an appropriate age as per system requirements. Also verify there are no pending prior recruitment requests or violations affecting your eligibility.

Second, proof of financial capacity: provide a salary certificate or a recent bank statement depending on the type of request submitted. The bank statement must be recent and in most cases no older than three months from the date of issue.

Third, housing and national address: your national address must be activated to receive the worker upon arrival. It can be activated through the Absher platform in simple steps if it has not yet been set up.

Fourth, required documents: prepare clear PDF copies of your national ID, a family booklet copy if needed, and the electronic authorization to be issued later. Preparing these documents in advance significantly speeds up the approval of your application and spares you the delays caused by repeated completion requests.

Step One - Create an account or log in: access the Al-Bayan platform using your account via Nafaz or your national ID or residency number, and ensure your mobile number and email are verified to receive notifications. If this is your first time using the platform, take a few minutes to review the user guide available on it.

Step Two - Choose the type of recruitment and nationality: specify the required profession such as a private driver or domestic worker, then select the available and preferred country and nationality, and review the estimated recruitment duration and each country's conditions before proceeding. Making the right choice from the outset saves you the need to modify the request later.

Step Three - Upload documents and fill in data: upload your ID files, proof of income, and national address, and fill in the request details accurately including the number of household members, required language, and desired experience. Double-check every piece of information entered before clicking 'Submit' to avoid any typographical error that might cause the request to be rejected.

Step Four - Select a licensed office or company: compare ratings, execution timeframes, and expected costs, and review the commitment clauses and compensation or replacement policy before making a final choice. Do not hesitate to contact more than one office to find the option that best suits your needs.

Step Five - Pay fees and issue authorization: pay the fees through available channels, then issue the electronic authorization to the selected office so they can complete the visa and contracting procedures on your behalf. Keep the payment receipt and authorization number as a reference for any future inquiries.

Step Six - Track the request and receive the worker: follow your request status from the Al-Bayan dashboard through the processing, matching, and issuance stages, prepare for the arrival date, and inspect the passport and contract upon receiving the worker. Make sure the worker's details in their passport match what was agreed upon in the contract.

The time required to complete the recruitment process varies based on several key factors, primarily the sending country, the required profession, and the responsiveness of the selected office. Seasonal conditions and diplomatic policies relating to certain countries also affect the time taken.

The Al-Bayan system displays a time estimate for each available option - review it carefully before making your selection. If you notice any unjustified delay, follow up with the office regularly to track the latest updates on your request. It is preferable to set a weekly follow-up appointment from the start of the request to ensure continuous communication.

In general, standard recruitment procedures take anywhere from several weeks to a few months, depending on labor availability and the speed of completing official procedures in the sending country. Choosing a highly experienced office helps to considerably shorten this period.

The cost of recruitment is determined by a set of interrelated factors:

The worker's nationality and profession: prices vary significantly from one country to another and from one profession to another, as supply and demand dynamics directly affect pricing. Familiarising yourself with common market price averages helps you make a better-informed selection decision.

Execution timeframe: faster offers typically carry a higher cost compared to standard offers with longer timelines. It is therefore advisable to balance your need for speed with your financial capacity to choose the most suitable option.

Additional services: the cost may include skills testing, training programs, and insurance plans - elements that add to the overall service value and improve the quality of the worker you receive.

Avoid unknown offers outside the Al-Bayan platform; dealing through the official platform protects your rights and minimizes legal and financial risks to the lowest possible level. If you receive an offer from an unaccredited source, consult the Al-Bayan support team to verify its credibility.

Many applicants fall into easily avoidable mistakes that are among the most common causes of recruitment request delays:

Uploading unclear or expired document images: always ensure scanned copies are high quality and up to date before uploading. Use professional scanning apps to obtain clear and legible images.

Mismatched data between the ID and national address: matching information is a fundamental requirement for request acceptance - review your data before submission. If there are any discrepancies, correct them through Absher first before submitting any recruitment request.

Selecting a currently unavailable nationality: check the list of available and approved nationalities on the platform before making your selection. The lists of available nationalities may change periodically, so review them each time you open a new request.

Delaying authorization issuance after paying fees: issue the electronic authorization immediately after completing payment to avoid any halt in the request workflow. Delays in issuing authorization may result in automatic cancellation of the request in some cases.

The employer's responsibility does not end upon receiving the worker - a new phase of important obligations begins:

First, receive the signed contract copy and keep it carefully as an official reference that protects the rights of both parties. It is advisable to save an additional digital copy in a secure location alongside the paper copy to prevent loss.

Second, register the worker in the relevant systems and provide health insurance if required under labor regulations. Ensure this step is completed within the legally defined timeframe to avoid penalties resulting from delays.

Third, pay salaries on their regular schedule, and provide decent housing and a safe, humane work environment that fully respects the worker's dignity and rights. Adhering to these standards protects not only the worker, but also the employer from complaints and regulatory accountability.