<ul><li>Saudi Arabia has suspended block work visas for nationals of 14 countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nigeria until the end of June 2025.</li><li>The suspension of block work visas is expected to impact sectors heavily reliant on foreign labor, such as construction, domestic work, and hospitality.</li><li>The move aligns with Saudi Arabia's focus on Saudisation to increase local employment, with new labor quotas for Saudi citizens set to increase gradually from 2026 to 2028.</li><li>Migrants and recruiting agencies are advised to check visa statuses before travel plans to avoid complications, amidst other recent restrictions like delays in family visit permits and Umrah visa limitations.</li></ul>

Saudi Arabia suspends block work visas for 14 countries, including India

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