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Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization: Decision Adding a Standard Specification to the Technical Regulation for Communications and Information Technology Devices

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The board being the competent authority to manage the affairs of the authority and to conduct its business, and shall take all necessary decisions to achieve its purposes within the limits of the provisions of this statute,

and based on executive committee Decision 01/59/2026 dated 7 July 2026 regarding the approval to postpone the application of Standard SASO 2944:2023 titled “Motor Vehicles – Technical Requirements for Vehicle Emergency Call (eCall)”,

hereby decides

First

The list of standard specifications in Annex 1 of the “Technical Regulation for Communications and Information Technology Devices” approved by board of directors of the authority Decision 196 dated 28 December 2023 is hereby updated by adding Standard Specification SASO 2944:2023 titled “Motor Vehicles – Technical Requirements for Vehicle Emergency Call (eCall)” in accordance with Document LT-59-26-01-01.

Adding Specifications to Annex 1 of the Technical Regulation for Communications and Information Technology Devices
No Approved Saudi Standard Number
(To be updated/added)		 Approved Saudi Standard Number Saudi Standard Title
(Arabic/English)		 Type of Standard Date of Application
1 SASO 2944:2023 SASO 2944:2023 Motor Vehicles – Technical Requirements
for Vehicle Emergency Call (eCall)
Motor vehicle – Technical Requirements for «eCall» Emergency Calls		 Prepared 1 January 2028

Second

The date of application of Standard Specification SASO 2944:2023 titled “Motor Vehicles – Technical Requirements for eCall”, referred to in Annex 1 of the “Technical Regulation for Electric Vehicles” approved by board of directors of the authority Decision 196 dated 28 December 2023, is hereby amended to be binding on all types of vehicle models starting from 1 January 2028, in accordance with Document LT-59-26-01-02.

Amending the Date of Application of a Standard Specification in a Technical Regulation
No Approved Saudi Standard Number Saudi Standard Title
(Arabic/English)		 Type of Standard Previous Date of Application New Date of Application
1 SASO 2944:2023 Motor Vehicles – Technical Requirements
for Vehicle Emergency Call (eCall)
Motor vehicle – Technical Requirements for «eCall» Emergency Calls		 Prepared 1 January 2027 1 January 2028
On all types of vehicle models

May Allah provide success.

For more details and to view the approved technical regulations, please refer to the website of the Authority www.saso.gov.sa.

Issued on: 15 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448
Corresponding to: 28 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5179 issued on 28 August 2026.

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Ministry of Municipalities and Housing: Decision 263 Prohibiting the Notarization of Real Estate Transactions Transferring Ownership of Land Except After Verifying the Payment of the Due Fees

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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 88567 dated 7 Dhu Al-Qa’dah 1447 [24 April 2026], which includes the Minister of Municipalities and Housing Letter 4700190679 dated 22 Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 [14 September 2025], regarding the noble directive not to notarize any real estate transaction, whether by sale, mortgage, or otherwise, on lands subject to idle lands fees,

after perusal of the Idle Lands and Vacant Real Estate Fees Law issued by Royal Decree D/4 dated 12 Safar 1437 [24 November 2015],

after perusal of Bureau of Experts at the Council of Ministers Memo 2269 dated 20 Jumada Al-Thani 1447 [11 December 2025], Memo 2996 dated 24 Sha’ban 1447 [12 February 2026], Memo 56 dated 6 Muharram 1448 [21 June 2026], Memo 484 dated 14 Safar 1448 [28 July 2026], Memo 674 dated 30 Safar 1448 [13 August 2026], and Memo 772 dated 7 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448 [20 August 2026],

after perusal of Council of Economic and Development Affairs Recommendation 27-4/48/I dated 26 Muharram 1448 [11 July 2026],

and after perusal of General Committee of the Council of Ministers Recommendation 2657 dated 10 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448 [23 August 2026],

hereby decides

First

No real estate transaction transferring ownership of land subject to the provisions of the Idle Lands and Vacant Real Estate Fees Law issued by Royal Decree D/4 dated 12 Safar 1437 [24 November 2015] must be notarized until after verifying the payment of the fees due on it.

The ministerial committee—stipulated in article 14 of the mentioned law—may take whatever measures it deems necessary to achieve the objectives of the law.

Second

The notarization of a real estate transaction not transferring ownership of land subject to the provisions of the Idle Lands and Vacant Real Estate Fees Law—referred to in clause First of this decision—must be in a manner that ensures the preservation of the right of the state to collect the fees due and in a manner that does not affect the development of that land.

The ministerial committee stipulated in article 14 of the mentioned law shall establish the controls and procedures governing the provisions of this decision.

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud

Issued on: 12 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448
Corresponding to: 25 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5180 issued on 4 September 2026.

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Ministry of Municipalities and Housing: Decision 262 Approving the National Policy for Promoting Ambulatory Safety in Public Places and Workplaces

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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 the Secretariat of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs File 396 dated 5 Muharram 1448 [20 June 2026], which includes the Minister of Health, Chairman of the Ministerial Committee for Health in All Policies Telegram 91659 dated 23 Ramadan 1447 [12 March 2026], regarding the draft National Policy for Enhancing Emergency Safety in Public Places and Workplaces,

after perusal of the mentioned draft policy,

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 Council of Economic and Development Affairs Recommendation 5-12/47/R dated 25 Dhu Al-Hijja 1447 [11 June 2026],

after perusal of Bureau of Experts at the Council of Ministers Memo 297 dated 29 Muharram 1448 [14 July 2026],

and after perusal of General Committee of the Council of Ministers Recommendation 1924 dated 18 Safar 1448 [1 August 2026],

hereby decides

The National Policy for Enhancing Emergency Safety in Public Places and Workplaces is hereby approved in the form attached, taking into account the following:

1. The implementation of the policy must be without prejudice to the legal procedures and requirements.

2. The state must not bear any additional financial burdens resulting from the implementation of the policy.

3. In the event that the policy includes additional costs for the private sector, the necessary action in regard to it must be completed in light of the relevant legal procedures.

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud

Issued on: 12 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448
Corresponding to: 25 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5180 issued on 4 September 2026.

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Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services: Decision 1/48/44 Adopting the Executive Regulation for the Inspection, Maintenance, Repair, and Re-certification of Marine Rescue Equipment and Devices

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The Minister of Transport and Logistics Services, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Transport General Authority,

based on the powers granted to him by law,

after perusal of the Commercial Maritime Law issued by Royal Decree D/33 dated 5 Rabi Al-Thani 1440 [12 December 2018],

after perusal of Royal Decree D/55 dated 23 Rajab 1436 [12 May 2015],

after perusal of Royal Decree D/39 dated 12 Sha’ban 1404 [13 May 1984],

after perusal of the Statute of the Transport General Authority issued by Council of Ministers Decision 323 dated 14 Ramadan 1434 [22 July 2013] and its amendments,

and after perusal of Board of Directors of the Transport General Authority Decision 5/9/2026/4 dated 12 Safar 1448, corresponding to 26 July 2026,

and in pursuance of the interest of work,

hereby decides

First

The Executive Regulation for the Inspection, Maintenance, Repair, and Re-Approval of Marine Rescue Equipment and Devices is hereby approved in the form attached.

Second

The President of the Transport General Authority is hereby authorized to approve the appropriate mechanisms to implement the provisions of this regulation and issue the necessary decisions and circulars for this.

Third

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

Fourth

The original copy of this decision must be sent to the President of the Transport General Authority to notify those who are required to implement its provisions.

May Allah provide success.

The Minister of Transport and Logistics Services
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Transport General Authority
Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser

Issued on: 3 Rabi Al-Awwal 1448
Corresponding to: 16 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5180 issued on 4 September 2026.

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Ministry of Tourism: Decision 594/1448 Approving the Amendment to the Instructions for Practicing the Activity of Tourist Accommodation Facility Type (inn) During the Hajj Season in the Cities of Makkah Al-mukarramah and Madinah Al-munawwarah

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The Minister of Tourism,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on the Tourism Law issued by Royal Decree D/18 dated 26 Muharram 1444 [24 August 2022], and the Regulation of the Tourist Hospitality Facility issued by Ministerial Decision 2289 dated 19 Jumada Al-Awwal 1444 [13 December 2022],

and after perusal of Ministerial Decision 1447/1123 dated 26 Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 [18 September 2025], approving the exemption of applicants for a license for a tourist hospitality facility of the Lodge type to operate during the Hajj season from the criteria attached to Ministerial Decision 2300 dated 19 Jumada Al-Awwal 1444 [13 December 2022] for operation during the Hajj season, and approving the instructions for conducting this activity during the season,

and in pursuance of public interest,

hereby decides

First

The amendment to the Instructions for the Operation of Tourist Hospitality Facilities of the Lodge Type During the Hajj Season—approved by the competent entity—in the City of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and City Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah is hereby approved, in accordance with the form attached.

Second

The exemption of the applicant for a license to operate a tourist hospitality facility of the lodge type during the Hajj season—determined by the competent authority each Hijri year—in the cities of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah from complying with the following requirements is hereby continued:

1. Direct connection to the tourism monitoring platform provided in article 6(1) of the Tourist Hospitality Facility Regulation.

2. Meeting the criteria for licensing a lodge approved by Ministerial Decision 2300 dated 19 Jumada Al-Awwal 1444 [13 December 2022], provided that it meets the criteria for licensing and classifying a lodge during the Hajj season attached to this decision.

Third

The period of validity of the lodge license during the Hajj season in the cities of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah is 90 days, non-renewable.

Fourth

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

Fifth

This decision repeals all previous decisions in conflict with it, and it must be communicated to those who are required to implement it and act upon it.

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Tourism
Ahmad bin Aqeel Al-Khatib

Issued on: 29 Safar 1448
Corresponding to: 14 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5178 issued on 21 August 2026.

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Ministry of Tourism: Decision 595/1448 Approving the Amendment to the Rules and the Schedule of Violations and Punishments for the Activity of Tourist Accommodation Facility in the Cities of (makkah Al-mukarramah – Madinah Al-munawwarah) During the Hajj Season

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based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on the Tourism Law issued by Royal Decree D/18 dated 26 Muharram 1444 [24 August 2022],

based on article 16(5) of the Tourism Law, which stipulates that “the minister shall issue a schedule detailing the classification of violations and the corresponding punishments—stipulated in paragraph 1 of this article—along with their amount and duration, taking into account the progression of the punishment, provided that the schedule includes violations for which the fine does not exceed 10,000 Riyal, which must be issued immediately by the competent inspector upon detection”,

with reference to Ministerial Decision 1275 dated 13 Rabi Al-Thani 1447 [5 October 2025], approving amendments to the Schedule and Rules of Violations and Punishments for Tourism Activities,

and with reference to Ministerial Decision 3083 dated 3 Shawwal 1447 [22 March 2026], approving the Rules and the Schedule of Violations for the Operation of Tourist Hospitality Facilities in the Cities of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah During the Hajj Season,

and in pursuance of public interest,

hereby decides

First

The Rules and the Schedule of Violations and Punishments for the Operation of Tourist Hospitality Facilities in the Cities of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah During the Hajj Season are hereby approved, in accordance with the attached text.

Second

The rules and schedule must be published in the official gazette, and come into force from the date of its publication.

Third

This decision repeals all previous decisions in conflict with it.

Fourth

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

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Tourism
Ahmad bin Aqeel Al-Khatib

Issued on: 29 Safar 1448
Corresponding to: 14 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5178 issued on 21 August 2026.

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Royal Commission for Al-Ula: Decision 48118 Licensing the Practice of Grazing Activities in the Regions Within the Geographical Jurisdiction of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula

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The Governor of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on Royal Order O/38 dated 29 Muharram 1442 [17 September 2020], which stipulates in clause First of it the approval of the Statute of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula, in the form attached to the exalted order,

and based on the provisions of clauses Third and Fourth of the mentioned royal order,

based on the provisions of article 4(7) of the Statute of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula, issued by virtue of clause First of the mentioned exalted royal order,

based on article 30 of the Environment Law issued by Royal Decree D/165 dated 19 Dhu Al-Qa’dah 1441 [10 July 2020],

after perusal of article 7 and article 9(14) of the Executive Regulation of Protected Areas issued by Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture Decision 48824/1/1443 dated 5 Safar 1443 [12 September 2021],

after perusal of clause 62 of the Strategic Authorities Matrix issued by the Board of Directors of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula Decision T/26/25 dated 19 Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 [10 November 2025],

and based on the strategic objectives of the commission relating to the conservation of protected areas, and in a manner that contributes to the protection of lands and ecosystems within the reserves,

hereby decides

First

The practice of grazing activities in protected areas within the geographical scope of the jurisdiction of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula is hereby licensed in accordance with the following requirements:

1. Submitting the license application in accordance with the form specified by the commission for this purpose.

2. That the license applicant is a Saudi national.

3. Submitting proof of residence in Ula Governorate for a period of not less than one calendar year preceding the date of submitting the application, by means of certified official documents.

4. Submitting proof of the numbering of livestock in accordance with the procedures of the commission.

5. Providing proof of the health safety of livestock and accompanying animals, if any, in accordance with the procedures of the commission.

6. The period for each license must not exceed one Gregorian year.

7. That grazing takes place in the locations, areas, and times specified and published by the commission.

Second

Without prejudice to the provisions of article 7(5) of the Executive Regulation of Protected Areas, license applications, decisions on them, and the license period are hereby subject to the status of the protected area and its capacity, in a manner that achieves the objectives of protecting and preserving the environment.

Third

The provisions of clause First hereby apply to the following protected areas: Wadi Nakhlah, Hira Awird, Ghrameel, Hira Zabin, and any areas added to them in the future by a decision announced on the website of the commission or any other means it deems appropriate.

Fourth

The licensee shall comply with the provisions of the Environment Law, the Executive Regulation of Protected Areas, and the instructions issued by the commission or any of the relevant government entities.

Fifth

The commission shall publish the procedures for obtaining a license through its website or by any other means it deems appropriate.

Sixth

The chief executive officer may amend the conditions referred to in clause First or add to them as needed, and announce this on the website of the commission.

Seventh

This decision must be published on the website of the commission, and comes into force after the lapse of 60 days from the date of its publication. The chief executive officer may extend the mentioned period, when necessary, for a similar period.

Eighth

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

May Allah provide success.

Governor of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula
Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al-Saud

Issued on: 30 Safar 1448
Corresponding to: 13 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5178 issued on 21 August 2026.

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Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture: Decision 481531028 Approving the Update of the Executive Regulation for the Sustainable Management of the Marine and Coastal Environment

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The Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on article 48 of the Environment Law issued by Royal Decree D/165 dated 19 Dhu Al-Qa’dah 1441 [10 July 2020],

Royal Order 32043 dated 5 Jumada Al-Awwal 1444 [29 November 2022], which directs the review of laws, regulations, decisions, and their equivalent related to violations and punishments,

President of the Royal Court Telegram 24261 dated 25 Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 [17 September 2025], regarding the issuance of the Marine Sustainability Regulation,

after perusal of the Executive Regulation of the Sustainable Management of the Marine and Coastal Environment issued by Ministerial Decision 25964/1/1443 dated 17 Muharram 1443 [25 August 2021],

and based on the proposal of the Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture,

and in pursuance of public interest,

hereby decides

First

The update to the Executive Regulation of the Sustainable Management of the Marine and Coastal Environment is hereby approved in accordance with the form attached to this decision.

Second

This regulation hereby replaces the Executive Regulation of the Sustainable Management of the Marine and Coastal Environment issued by Ministerial Decision 25964/1/1443 dated 17 Muharram 1443 [25 August 2021] and the schedule of violations and punishments of the regulation issued by Ministerial Decision 15029095 dated 4 Safar 1446 [8 August 2024].

Third

This decision comes into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette, and must be communicated to those concerned to implement and act upon it.

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture
Engineer Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley

Issued on: 20 Safar 1448
Corresponding to: 3 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5178 issued on 21 August 2026.

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Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture: Decision 481530197 Approving the Executive Regulation for Monitoring and Compliance with Water Efficiency and Conservation Standards

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The Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture,

based on the powers entrusted to him by law,

based on the Water Law issued by Royal Decree D/159 dated 11 Dhu Al-Qa’dah 1441 [2 July 2020],
with reference to Ministerial Decision 25207748 dated 2 Ramadan 1446 [2 March 2025] approving the Executive Regulation for Monitoring and Compliance with Water Efficiency and Conservation Standards,

and Ministerial Decision 1514582 dated 3 Sha’ban 1447 [22 January 2026] authorizing the National Center for Water Efficiency and Conservation with the tasks of policing and investigating violations of the Executive Regulation for Monitoring and Compliance with Water Efficiency and Conservation Standards, and taking legal action in regard to them,

and in pursuance of the interest of work,

hereby decides

First

The Executive Regulation for Monitoring and Compliance with Water Efficiency and Conservation Standards is hereby approved in the form attached to the decision.

Second

This decision repeals all previous decisions in conflict with it, and must be published in Umm Al-Qura Newspaper, and comes into force on the date of its entry into force.

May Allah provide success.

Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture
Engineer Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley

Issued on: 19 Safar 1448
Corresponding to: 2 August 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5177 issued on 14 August 2026.

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Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority: Decision 1448-88-2 Amending the Fee Category for Customs Items

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The Minister of Finance,

Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority,

based on the powers granted to him,

after perusal of Royal Decree D/39 dated 25 Rabi Al-Thani 1442 [10 December 2020], which stipulates in clause First that it is permitted by a decision by the Minister of Finance, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority, to amend the category of customs duties for the purpose of protecting and encouraging national industries and local agricultural products, in accordance with the ceilings to which the Kingdom has committed in the World Trade Organization,

and after reviewing the request of the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources regarding amending the customs tariff category for a number of goods for the purpose of protecting and encouraging national industries.

hereby decides

First

The tariff category for customs items is hereby amended in accordance with the schedule attached to this decision, and in accordance with the ceilings to which the Kingdom has committed in the World Trade Organization.

Second

This decision must be published in the official gazette, and comes into force on the date of its publication, and it must be communicated to whoever is required to implement it.

May Allah provide success.

Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan
Minister of Finance
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority

# Customs Code Description New Customs Tariff Reason for Amending the Customs Tariff Category
1 151710900000 – – Other 10% For the purpose of protecting and encouraging national industries
2 732620300000 – – – Ties for animal feed 10% For the purpose of protecting and encouraging national industries

Issued on: 15 Safar 1448
Corresponding to: 29 July 2026

Published in Umm Al-Qura 5178 issued on 21 August 2026.