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Ministerial Decision

Ministry of Justice: Decision 5121 Approving the Arrangements for Hearing the Lawsuit to Prove a Marriage Contract That Was Concluded Without the Permission of the Competent Entity Where Permission Is Required

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The Minister of Justice,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on Royal Order 59641 dated 17 Sha’ban 1446 [16 February 2025] Approving the Regulation of the Personal Status Law, and the Minister of Justice setting the Arrangements for Hearing the Lawsuit to Prove a Marriage Contract Signed Without the Permission of the Competent Entity Where Permission Is Required, in coordination with the relevant entities,

after reviewing the studies and reports prepared in this regard,

after coordination with the Ministry of Interior and the relevant entities,

and in pursuance of the interest of work,

hereby decides

First

The Arrangements for Hearing the Lawsuit to Prove a Marriage Contract Signed Without the Permission of the Competent Entity Where Permission Is Required, is hereby approved in the form attached.

Second

This decision must be communicated to those who are required to adopt and implement it.

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Justice
Waleed bin Mohammed Al-Samaani

Issued on: 30 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 19 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5133 issued on 29 December 2025.

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Ministerial Decision

Capital Market Authority: Decision 3/6/2026 Approving the Amended Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations

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The Board of the Capital Market Authority,

based on the Capital Market Law issued by Royal Decree D/30 dated 2 Jumada Al-Thani 1424 [31 July 2003] and the Companies Law issued by Royal Decree D/132 dated 1 Dhu Al-Hijja 1443 [30 June 2022],

hereby decides

(a) The amended Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations are hereby approved in accordance with the form attached, and they come into force from the date of their publication.

(b) The amendment to the Glossary of Defined Terms Used in the Regulations and Rules of the Capital Market Authority, issued by Board Decision 4-11-2004 dated 20 Sha ‘ban 1425, corresponding to 4 October 2004, and amended by Board Decision 2-3-2026 dated 18 Rajab 1447, corresponding to7 January 2026, is hereby approved as follows:

1. Amending the definition of the term “sponsor” to read as follows:

“The person responsible for sponsoring the special purpose vehicle in accordance with the provisions of the Rules Governing Special Purpose Vehicles. In part 8 of the Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations, it means a capital market institution licensed to practice the activity of investment management and fund operation or the activity of investment management, which undertakes to establish a special purpose acquisition vehicle with the aim of acquiring or merging with an unlisted Saudi company.”

2. Adding the term “special purpose acquisition vehicle” and defining it as follows:

“A joint-stock company established in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Law with the aim of acquiring or merging with an unlisted Saudi company in accordance with the provisions of part 8 of the Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations.”

They enter into force on the date of their publication.

(c) The definition of the term “redeemable shares” contained in paragraph (c) of article 1 of the Executive Regulations of the Companies Law for Listed Joint Stock Companies, issued by Board Decision 8-127-2016 dated 16 Muharram 1438, corresponding to 17 October 2016, and amended by Board Decision 1-2-2026 dated 16 Rajab 1447, corresponding to 5 January 2026, is hereby amended as follows:

“Shares issued by the company are redeemable at the option of the company, or at the option of the shareholders of the special purpose acquisition vehicle, and in accordance with the terms and conditions of their redemption.”

It comes into force on the date of its publication.

(d) The content of paragraphs (a), (b), and (c) of this decision must be announced on the websites of the authority and the Saudi Tadawul Company.

Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority
Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Quweiz

Issued on: 30 Rajab 1447
Corresponding to: 19 January 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5170 issued on 8 July 2026.

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Laws and Regulations

The Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations

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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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Ministerial Decision

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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Laws and Regulations

The Regulation of the Associations Support Fund

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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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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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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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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.