JEDDAH: The Kingdom will apply a 55 percent Saudization requirement for dental professions in the private sector from Jan. 27, as the program’s second phase comes into effect.
The measure covers 20 dental professions and is being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Health. It follows the first phase, which set a 45 percent Saudization target effective July 27, 2025.
The move aligns with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development’s Vision 2030 strategy to localize key sectors and follows last year’s approval of updates to the procedural guide for dental professions.
The guide outlines phased Saudization targets — 45 percent from July 27, 2025, and 55 percent from Jan. 27, 2026 — alongside minimum wage requirements and professional standards.
To be counted toward Saudization, dentists must earn a minimum monthly wage of SR9,000 ($2,400) and hold professional accreditation from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
