Making it mandatory to transfer domestic workers' salaries via digital wallets
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development will begin implementing the fifth and final phase of its decision to mandate the transfer of domestic workers' salaries through approved digital wallets tomorrow, January 1, 2026. This decision applies to all domestic workers without exception, in a move aimed at regulating the labor market and enhancing transparency in financial transactions between employers and employees.
The official account of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development confirmed that payments will be documented automatically and instantly through the "Musaned" platform, the official platform for domestic worker services in the Kingdom. The Ministry clarified that the service is provided without imposing any additional fees on beneficiaries, thus facilitating compliance with the decision and encouraging the adoption of digital channels in daily transactions.
Context of the decision and the importance of the Musaned platform
The Musaned platform is a cornerstone of the Ministry of Human Resources' strategy to develop the recruitment and domestic worker sector. Since its launch, the platform has worked to streamline procedures and safeguard the rights of all contracting parties. Linking salary transfers to digital wallets is part of the Wage Protection Program, which aims to ensure workers receive their financial entitlements on time, directly contributing to reducing labor disputes and providing a fair and stable work environment.
Enhancing digital transformation and achieving the goals of the vision
This decision is fully aligned with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 and the Financial Sector Development Program, which aims to reduce reliance on cash and increase the percentage of electronic transactions. The adoption of digital wallets represents a significant leap forward in promoting financial inclusion, enabling domestic workers to access financial services easily and conveniently, and providing employers with reliable and secure channels for documenting salary payments, thus eliminating the need for traditional paper receipts that are susceptible to loss or forgery.
Expected local and international impacts
Domestically, this measure is expected to improve the Kingdom's ranking in labor rights and labor market efficiency indices. Internationally, it enhances the Kingdom's reputation as an attractive destination for skilled workers, providing reliable financial guarantees that protect workers' rights. Furthermore, the completion of the implementation phases, reaching the fifth and final stage, reflects the success of the Kingdom's technological infrastructure and its ability to efficiently handle millions of digital financial transactions.
