The kingdom has implemented a strict Saudisation policy in several sectors
The Saudi cabinet approved the scheme last month, but the online portal to apply was only opened to the public on Sunday
Last week, the Saudi cabinet approved the special residency scheme aimed at attracting wealthy and high-skilled expats
The new scheme was approved by the Shoura Council earlier this month
Saudisation is now mandatory in several retail sectors in the kingdom
From Tuesday outlets selling select items must ensure 70 per cent of jobs are held by Saudis
The government wants the majority of retail roles in 12 areas to be held by Saudis from early September
Some workers will receive an extra long Eid break this year
The new requirement will come into force from later this year
The exodus comes after more than 277,000 expats left their jobs in the fourth quarter
Expats now have to pay a monthly sum of SAR100 for each of their unemployed dependents
Citizens and residents will now have to prove they can afford domestic help
The fees have to be paid through the government-run SADAD payment banking system