Government agencies in Riyadh directed their administrative employees to work from home starting Monday, October 19, 2026, as part of a temporary arrangement covering the working days from Monday through Thursday of that week.
the measure applied to administrative offices in Riyadh. No nationwide directive covering other regions was identified, and the instruction was limited to the capital.
Employees were asked to continue their normal work activities remotely, meaning services and tasks were expected to proceed as usual without staff physically attending their offices during the specified days.
The directive came amid heightened security concerns and attacks affecting Riyadh. Authorities did not announce an official end date for the arrangement, and no fees or additional charges were mentioned in connection with the measure.
Why it matters
For residents and expats working in administrative government roles in the capital, the shift to remote work affects daily routines, commuting, and how official tasks are handled during the week. Employees are advised to stay in direct contact with their own departments for any updates on the duration of the arrangement or any change to on-site attendance.
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