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Issued by HRSD
Granted by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to establishments whose environment is prepared for people with disabilities.
Mowaama Certificate
Mowaama Certificate in Saudi Arabia
The Mowaama certificate is a government accreditation from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development confirming an establishment's work environment is ready to employ people with disabilities. The official fee is SAR 10,000 before VAT (SAR 11,500 including 15% VAT), it is valid for two years, and a Saudi employee with a disability counts as four employees in Nitaqat Saudization.
SAR 10,000Official fee (pre-VAT)
2 yearsValidity
4× NitaqatDisabled employee
10–14 daysIssuance
We prepare your establishment's file, evidence, and accessibility arrangements so the certificate is issued without rejection or rework.
What It Is
A government certificate for an accessible workplace.
Mowaama documents that your work environment genuinely supports employing people with disabilities — and unlocks real Nitaqat and procurement advantages.
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Improves Nitaqat
It raises your Saudization standing — a disabled Saudi employee counts as four, accelerating your Nitaqat band.
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Opens Opportunities
It qualifies the establishment for government support programs and strengthens its position in tenders and contracts.
Official Cost
The Mowaama fee is fixed and known.
The official certificate fee is SAR 10,000 before VAT, which is SAR 11,500 including 15% VAT, paid through the Mowaama platform. This is the certificate fee — separate from the cost of preparing your establishment's file, which depends on the number of gaps, evidence readiness, and policies that need updating.
- ◆ Official certificate fee: SAR 10,000 (SAR 11,500 with VAT).
- ◆ Renewal: the same SAR 10,000 official fee every two years.
- ◆ Preparation cost is separate and depends on your file's readiness.
The Fee
SAR 10,000 pre-VAT, paid via the Mowaama platform to issue the certificate.
With VAT
SAR 11,500 including 15% VAT — the full amount paid for issuance.
Preparation
Separate from the fee, driven by the gaps in your evidence, policies, and environment.
Certificate Levels
The four Mowaama levels by readiness.
Your level reflects how complete your policies, evidence, and accessibility arrangements are.
| Level | Readiness | Meaning |
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| Participant | 15% – 29% | Entry level into the system |
| Bronze | 30% – 49% | Basic recognition of readiness |
| Silver | 50% – 69% | Nitaqat advantages |
| Gold | 70%+ | Full 4:1 Nitaqat benefit |
Nitaqat & Saudization
A disabled Saudi employee counts as four.
Under the ministerial rule, a Saudi employee with a disability is counted as four employees in the Nitaqat Saudization calculation. The conditions include a registered salary of at least SAR 4,000 per month, documented disability, and active work, with a cap of 10% of the establishment's Saudi workforce. Mowaama documents the workplace readiness that makes this count hold up under review.
- ◆ 4× Nitaqat weighting for a qualifying disabled Saudi employee.
- ◆ Minimum registered salary of SAR 4,000 per month.
- ◆ Capped at 10% of the Saudi workforce.
Validity
The certificate is valid for two years, then renewed at the same SAR 10,000 official fee.
Issuance Time
10 to 14 working days to issue, preceded by 5 to 10 days of file preparation.
Readiness First
The certificate holds up only when the workplace genuinely matches the documented file.
Explore in Depth
Each part of the Mowaama decision.
Cost, requirements, and the Nitaqat calculation — covered in detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Mowaama certificate.
Direct answers on cost, levels, validity, and the Nitaqat benefit.
What is the Mowaama certificate in Saudi Arabia?
The Mowaama certificate is a government accreditation from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development confirming that an establishment's work environment is prepared to employ people with disabilities. It improves the Nitaqat classification and qualifies it for government support programs.
How much does the Mowaama certificate cost?
The official fee is SAR 10,000 before VAT, which is SAR 11,500 including 15% VAT, paid through the Mowaama platform. This is the official certificate fee, separate from the cost of preparing the file.
How long is the Mowaama certificate valid?
The Mowaama certificate is valid for two years, after which it is renewed at the same official fee of SAR 10,000 before VAT.
What are the Mowaama certificate levels?
There are four levels by readiness percentage: Participant 15–29%, Bronze 30–49%, Silver 50–69%, and Gold 70% and above. Each level reflects the completeness of policies, evidence, and accessibility arrangements.
How does Mowaama help with Nitaqat and Saudization?
A Saudi employee with a disability is counted as four employees in the Nitaqat calculation, with conditions including a registered salary of at least SAR 4,000 per month and a cap of 10% of the Saudi workforce. Mowaama documents the workplace readiness that supports this.
How long does it take to issue the Mowaama certificate?
Issuing the certificate takes 10 to 14 working days after the file is ready, preceded by 5 to 10 working days of file preparation and gap closure.
Readiness Assessment
Start with a readiness assessment for the Mowaama certificate.
A focused review of your evidence, policies, and accessibility arrangements to map exactly what you need before applying.