The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced via its official account on the social media platform "X" that the deadline for establishments to disclose their annual training data is approaching. The Ministry confirmed that the final date for completing this process is January 31, 2026, urging employers and establishments to expedite the required procedures through the "Qiwa" electronic platform to avoid any legal or regulatory repercussions.
The importance of disclosing training data
This measure comes as part of the Ministry's commitment to regulating the labor market and enhancing the skills of the national workforce. Disclosing training data is a mandatory step aimed at monitoring the reality of training and professional development within private sector establishments. This data helps the Ministry and the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) to develop accurate indicators of acquired skills and the actual training needs of the market, thus contributing to more effective targeting of support programs and government initiatives.
The role of the Quwa platform in digital transformation
The Qiwa platform serves as the unified interface for labor sector services in the Kingdom, enabling establishments to complete all human resources-related services electronically. The mandatory disclosure through this platform reinforces the Kingdom's digital transformation efforts under Vision 2030, which aims to automate government procedures and streamline the journey for investors and business owners, while ensuring data accuracy and transparency.
Strategic context and human capacity development
This measure is closely linked to the Human Capital Development Program, one of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 programs, which aims to develop citizens' skills to be globally competitive. By requiring companies to disclose their training plans and what has been implemented, the government ensures the private sector's commitment to its responsibilities in developing the national workforce and fosters a work environment conducive to continuous learning and the acquisition of modern skills required by the growing economy.
Adherence to regulations and avoidance of violations
The Ministry emphasized the necessity for all establishments subject to the system to submit accurate and complete data before the deadline of the end of January 2026. Failure to comply with this disclosure requirement constitutes a violation that may subject the establishment to penalties or affect its classification within the Ministry's frameworks, potentially hindering its access to certain government services. Therefore, human resources managers in companies must access the establishment's accounts on the "Qiwa" platform and complete the designated forms for data on training and development activities conducted for employees.
