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Ministerial Decision

National Center for Non-Profit Sector: Decision T/26/27/6 Approving the Regulation of the Associations Support Fund

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The Minister of Human Resources and Social Development,

the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Center for Non-Profit Sector,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on the Law of Civil Associations and Organizations issued by Royal Decree D/8 dated 19 Safar 1437 [2 December 2015],

based on the statute of the center issued by Council of Ministers Decision 816 dated 20 Shawwal 1442 [1 June 2021],

based on the Regulation of the Authorities Matrix approved by the board of directors Decision D/13/2/2022 dated 17 Ramadan 1443 [18 April 2022] and its amendments,

and based on the Associations Support Fund Regulation issued by board of directors Decision B/3/2022 dated 2 Safar 1444 [29 August 2022] and its amendments,

and in pursuance of public interest,

hereby decides

First

The Associations Support Fund Regulation is hereby approved.

Second

The regulation must be published in the official gazette, and this regulation comes into force from the date of its adoption.

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Human Resources and Social Development
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Center for Non-Profit Sector
Engineer Ahmad bin Suleiman Al-Rajhi

Issued on: 26 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 15 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5144 issued on 13 February 2026.

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Laws and Regulations

The Regulation of the Associations Support Fund

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National Center for Non-Profit Sector: Decision R/27/26 Approving the Amendment of the Executive Regulation of the Law of Civil Associations and Foundations

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The Minister of Human Resources and Social Development,

Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Center for Non-Profit Sector,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on the Law of Civil Associations and Organizations issued by Royal Decree D/8 dated 19 Safar 1437 [2 December 2015],

based on the statute of the center issued by Council of Ministers Decision 816 dated 20 Shawwal 1442 [1 June 2021],

and based on the Executive Regulation of the Law of Civil Associations and Organizations issued by the Board of Directors of the Center Decision D/2/1/2022 dated 22 Rabi Al-Awwal 1444 [18 October 2022] and its amendments,

and in pursuance of public interest,

hereby decides

First

The amendment to the Executive Regulation of the Law of Civil Associations and Organizations is hereby approved in the form attached.

Second

This regulation must be published in the official gazette and comes into force 90 days after the date of its publication.

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Human Resources and Social Development,
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Center for the Non-Profit Sector, Engineer
Ahmad bin Suleiman Al-Rajhi

Issued on: 26 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 15 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5143 issued on 6 February 2026.

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Council of Ministers Decision

Council of Ministers: Decision 511 Approving the Non-applicability of the Requirement Mentioned in Paragraph 1 of Article 5 of the Commercial Franchise Law

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The Council of Ministers,

after perusal in its session held under the chairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, of Royal Court File 45264 dated 22 Jumada Al-Thani 1446 [23 December 2024], which includes the Minister of Commerce Telegram 20257 dated 18 Jumada Al-Thani 1446 [19 December 2024], regarding the review of the provisions of article 5 of the Franchise Law issued by Royal Decree D/22 dated 9 Safar 1441 [8 October 2019],

after perusal of the Franchise Law issued by Royal Decree D/22 dated 9 Safar 1441 [8 October 2019],

after perusal of clause Third of Royal Decree D/22 dated 9 Safar 1441 [8 October 2019],

after perusal of Bureau of Experts at the Council of Ministers Memo 1174 dated 6 Rabi Al-Thani 1446 [9 October 2024], Memo 3014 dated 4 Ramadan 1446 [4 March 2025], Memo 4098 dated 21 Dhu Al-Hijja 1446 [17 June 2025], Memo 850 dated 26 Safar 1447 [20 September 2025], and Memo 1854 dated 20 Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 [11 November 2025],

after perusal of Council of Economic and Development Affairs Recommendation 9-4/47/R dated 3 Rabi Al-Thani 1447 [25 September 2025],

and after perusal of General Committee of the Council of Ministers Recommendation 6296 dated 9 Jumada Al-Thani 1447 [30 November 2025],

hereby decides

First

The non-application of the requirement provided in article 5(1) of the Franchise Law—issued by Royal Decree D/22 dated 9 Safar 1441 [8 October 2019]—is hereby approved in regard to certain categories of franchisors and franchisees, in accordance with the following:

Criteria Criteria Details
1․ The franchise business must be in a promising sector in the Kingdom and the goal is to increase the number of practitioners in it. If the franchise is within a targeted sector in Vision 2030 or its programs, and the goal is to expand the number of practitioners in it.
2․ The franchisor must provide a clear and detailed franchise business model. It contains detailed instructions and market analysis, and is a practical guide with a feasibility study that guarantees success.
3․ That the franchise business activity is innovative, or a product or a service that contributes to the development of the national economy or meets the needs of the local market. Innovation, economic impact, or response to market need is considered when evaluating demand.
4․ That the franchisor does not require the franchisee to pay for the franchise before practicing the franchise business, and the fee must be after the franchisee achieves revenues from practicing the franchise business as determined by the franchise agreement. To reduce operational risk to the franchisee and link the consideration to the realisation of actual revenue.

Second

The application of the criteria—referred to in clause First of this decision—must be through a committee formed under the chairmanship of the Ministry of Commerce, and the membership of the Ministry of Investment and the Ministry of Economy and Planning.

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud

Issued on: 24 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 13 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5142 issued on 30 January 2026.

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Council of Ministers Decision

Council of Ministers: Decision 514 Amending a Paragraph of Article 6 of the Law of Universities

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The Council of Ministers,

after perusal in its session held under the chairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, of Royal Court File 10496 dated 6 Safar 1447 [31 July 2025], which includes the Minister of Education, Chairman of the Council of Universities Affairs, Telegram 4601142728 dated 28 Muharram 1447 [23 July 2025], regarding his request for approval to appoint the Vice Minister of Education to the membership of the Council of University Affairs, replacing the Vice Minister of Education for Universities, Research, and Innovation,

after perusal of the Law of the Council of Ministers issued by Royal Order O/13 dated 3 Rabi Al-Awwal 1414 [20 August 1993],

after perusal of the Law of Universities issued by Royal Decree D/27 dated 2 Rabi Al-Awwal 1441 [30 October 2019],

after perusal of Council of Ministers Decision 657 dated 10 Sha’ban 1445 [20 February 2024],

after perusal of Bureau of Experts at the Council of Ministers Memo 1014 dated 11 Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 [3 September 2025],

after perusal of Council of Economic and Development Affairs Recommendation 25-15/47/I dated 12 Rabi Al-Thani 1447 [4 October 2025],

and after perusal of General Committee of the Council of Ministers Recommendation 5829 dated 27 Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 [18 November 2025],

hereby decides

Article 6(2) of the Law of Universities issued by Royal Decree D/27 dated 2 Rabi Al-Awwal 1441 [30 October 2019] is hereby amended by replacing the phrase “Vice Minister of Education for Universities, Research, and Innovation” with the phrase “Vice Minister of Education”.

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud

Issued on: 24 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 13 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5141 issued on 23 January 2026.

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Ministerial Decision

Presidency of State Security: Decision 165564 Approving the Commencement of Expropriation Procedures for Lands Adjacent to the Land of the Presidency of State Security in the Qassim Region

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The President of State Security,

based on the powers entrusted to us,

after perusal of the Law of the Expropriation of Real Estate for Public Benefit and Temporary Possession of Real Estate issued by Royal Decree D/15 dated 11 Rabi Al-Awwal 1424 [12 May 2003] and its executive regulation,

and in pursuance of public interest,

hereby decides

First

The commencement of the procedures for expropriating the land adjacent to the land of the Presidency of State Security located in Qassim Region is hereby approved for plots 3, 4, and 5 and part of plots 1 and 2, for compensation in kind with part of the land belonging to the presidency, for the benefit of the presidency and the expansion of establishments.

Second

The Presidency of State Security shall notify this decision to the relevant entities mentioned in articles 6 and 7 of the expropriation law in order to nominate its representatives within a period not exceeding 15 days in each of the Real Estate Description and Inventory Committee and the Compensation Assessment Committees. The presidency shall call for meetings, prepare minutes, and take the necessary measures for each committee to carry out its tasks.

Third

The concerned parties may file a grievance to the Board of Grievances against all decisions taken by the committees within 60 days from the date they are notified of the decision, in accordance with article 24 of the law.

Fourth

This decision must be published in the official gazette in accordance with the provisions of article 5(2) of the law.

Fifth

The Presidency of State Security shall follow up on the implementation of this decision and act in accordance with it.

May Allah provide success.

President of State Security
Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Al-Huwairini

Issued on: 24 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 13 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5141 issued on 23 January 2026.

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Royal Decree

Royal Decree D/147 Regarding the Law of Diplomatic and Special Passports

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With the help of Allah the Almighty

We, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud,

the King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,

based on article 70 of the Basic Law of Governance issued by Royal Order O/90 dated 27 Sha’ban 1412 [1 March 1992],

based on article 20 of the Law of the Council of Ministers issued by Royal Order O/13 dated 3 Rabi Al-Awwal 1414 [20 August 1993],

based on article 18 of the Law of the Shura Council issued by Royal Order O/91 dated 27 Sha’ban 1412 [1 March 1992],

after perusal of Shura Council Decision 117/10 dated 26 Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 [17 November 2025],

and after perusal of Council of Ministers Decision 493 dated 17 Rajab 1447 [6 January 2026],

have decreed as follows

First

The provision of article 8 of the Law of Diplomatic and Special Passports—issued by Royal Decree D/17 dated 22 Rabi Al-Thani 1392 [4 June 1972]—includes workers in missions in international organizations concerned with the fields of education, culture, and science.

Second

His Royal Highness the Prime Minister, the ministers, and the heads of independent concerned agencies—each within their mandates—shall implement this decree of Ours.

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud

Issued on: 23 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 12 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5141 issued on 23 January 2026.

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Ministerial Decision

Ministry of Commerce: Decision 146 Amending an Article of the Regulation of National and Sectoral Committees in Chambers of Commerce

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The Minister of Commerce,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law, after perusal of the Law of Chambers of Commerce issued by Royal Decree D/37 dated 22 Rabi Al-Thani 1442 [7 December 2020],

and after perusal of the Regulation of National and Sectoral Committees in the Chambers of Commerce issued by Minister of Commerce Decision 111 dated 19 Jumada Al-Awwal 1445 [3 December 2023],

hereby decides

First

Article 9 of the Regulation of National and Sectoral Committees in the Chambers of Commerce is hereby amended as follows:

The term of the national committees is three years starting from the date of their formation and ending at the end of their term or by a decision by the board of directors of the federation in accordance with article 20(c) of the regulation.

Second

This amendment must be published in the official gazette, and comes into force on the date of its publication.

Minister of Commerce
Dr Majid bin Abdullah Al-Qasabi

Issued on: 21 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 10 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5141 issued on 23 January 2026.

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Ministerial Decision

Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center: Decision 112601 Approving the Schedule of Violations and Penalties for Infrastructure Works and Projects in the Riyadh Region

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The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center,

based on the powers granted to him by law, and after reviewing the Council of Ministers Decision 902 dated 30 Dhu Al-Hijja 1444, corresponding to 18 July 2023, approving the establishment of the center in accordance with its organizational arrangements and the provisions of Clause Third(1) of the decision that the violations related to the mandates of the center that the center polices, and the imposition of its penalties must be determined in agreement with the Minister of Municipalities and Housing,

after perusal of board of directors of the center Decision 39 dated 12 Jumada Al-Awwal 1447, corresponding to 3 November 2025, approving the Controls for Oversight and Compliance for Infrastructure Projects in Riyadh Region (second version), and authorizing us to complete the legal procedures and issue the necessary executive decisions and their implementation mechanism,

and after perusal of Minister of Municipalities and Housing Decision 1/4700303048 dated 20 Jumada Al-Thani 1447, corresponding to 11 December 2025, which includes the approval of our request to determine the violations and penalties of infrastructure works and projects in the Riyadh region and include them in the schedule of municipal violations,

hereby decides

First

The updated Schedule of Violations and Penalties for Infrastructure Works and Projects in the Riyadh Region agreed upon with the Minister of Municipalities and Housing is hereby approved in accordance with the annexes attached to the controls.

Second

Category 1 of the penalties must be applied in accordance with the classification of the domains within the administrative boundaries of the region on the routes of public facilities outside the urban domain.

Third

The Controls for Oversight and Compliance for Infrastructure Works and Projects in the Riyadh Region Version 2.0 and its Annexes must be published in the official gazette and the website of the center, in the form attached to this decision.

Fourth

The controls—referred to in Clause Third—come into force after the lapse of 60 days from the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.

Fifth

The executive director of the center shall take the necessary measures to implement and make the notifications to act in accordance with it.

Secretary of the Riyadh Region
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center
Dr Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf

Issued on: 21 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 10 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5141 issued on 23 January 2026.

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Laws and Regulations

Controls for Supervision and Compliance of Infrastructure Project Works in the Riyadh Region

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