ALBAWABA A recent official directive has been issued by the Saudi Ministry of Health, outlining a set of guidelines for the attire of its male and female employees. According to this directive, female administrative and healthcare staff are prohibited from wearing tight and short clothing, with a minimum length specified to be at least ankle-high.
The directive includes ten provisions that specify the official dress code for both genders in the workplace. Employees are required to maintain a professional and presentable appearance, with restrictions on excessive use of cosmetics, nail polish, and perfumes.
Wearing tight, revealing, or short women's clothing is also prohibited, and regulations address issues such as banning men from wearing sleepwear or shorts and prohibiting the use of chains or logos.
The directive emphasizes the necessity for female employees to cover their heads with non-transparent head coverings, stressing the importance of modest and non-transparent attire for women. It underscores the significance of wearing wide and knee-length medical coats.
All individuals are expected to adhere to the prescribed official attire based on their job classification.
The directive also includes provisions prohibiting inappropriate clothing with offensive symbols or graphics and emphasizes the importance of personal hygiene. Overall, this directive aims to promote professional attire and decorum in the workplace.
