Qiwa is the labour ministry’s platform for the private-sector job market. Employers use it for contracts and work permits, and employees use it to see their employment status and request services such as a transfer. Residency itself stays in Absher and Muqeem.
What Qiwa does
| For | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Employees | View contract and employment status, check mobility eligibility, request a job transfer |
| Employers | Document employment contracts, manage work permits and services subject to the Nitaqat category |
Qiwa, Absher and Muqeem
Check your status
- Sign in. Open Qiwa and sign in with your national or Iqama credentials as the platform asks.
- Open your employee profile. Go to your profile and look for employment status.
- Read mobility eligibility. A message that you are not eligible for mobility is a sign to check your record before planning a transfer.
- Cross-check Absher. Open your Absher record to confirm your Iqama status.
Questions
What is Qiwa?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development’s labour-market platform, used by employers and employees for contracts, work-permit and employment services.
What can an employee see on Qiwa?
Your employee profile, including employment status and whether you are eligible for mobility, which is the first place to look before a transfer.
Is Qiwa the same as Absher?
No. Qiwa is run by the labour ministry and covers employment. Absher is run by the Ministry of Interior and covers residency and civil services.
Do I need a Qiwa account?
Employees use it to see their contract and employment status and to request services such as transfer. Your employer handles employer-side services.
Sources
Iqama Guide is an independent information site. It is not a government website and does not process Iqama, visa or payment requests. Always confirm amounts and rules on Absher, Muqeem or the official authority before acting.