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Saudi Muroor Explains When You Can Move Your Vehicle After an Accident
The Saudi General Directorate of Traffic (Muroor) has clarified the situations in which drivers are allowed to move their vehicles from the scene of a traffic accident before…
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How to Replace a Saudi Driving Licence After Returning with a New Iqama
If you left Saudi Arabia on a Final Exit Visa and later returned with a new visa and a new Iqama number, you can replace your existing Saudi…
5 Everyday Driving Habits That Could Cost You Thousands of Riyals
Traffic violations in Saudi Arabia can lead to substantial fines, even for mistakes that many drivers consider minor. Knowing the rules can help you avoid unnecessary expenses while…
Keep These Safety Essentials in Your Vehicle: Saudi Moroor
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor) has reminded motorists to keep essential safety equipment in their vehicles to help deal with emergencies and improve road safety. According…
How to Report a Stolen Vehicle Online in Saudi Arabia Through Absher
If your vehicle has been stolen in Saudi Arabia, you no longer need to visit a police station to file the initial theft report. The Ministry of Interior…
Saudi Arabia Traffic Fines and Violations: Complete Guide
Driving in Saudi Arabia comes with clear rules — and real consequences for breaking them. The General Traffic Department (Muroor), operating under the Ministry of Interior, enforces a…
How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)
So you’ve arrived in the Kingdom. The sun is blazing, the highways are wide, and everyone around you seems to be driving with great confidence — and sometimes,…
Buying a Used Car in Saudi Arabia: Complete Guide for Expatriates (2026)
Buying a used car in Saudi Arabia can save you money compared to purchasing new, but it requires careful planning and thorough checking. As an expatriate, understanding the…
Driving in Saudi Arabia With an International or Foreign License: What Visitors Should Know
Visitors to Saudi Arabia are allowed to drive using an international or foreign driving license, provided specific conditions are met. The Saudi traffic authority has reiterated these requirements…
Saudi Traffic Warns Against Speeding in Residential Areas
Saudi Traffic (Moroor) has called on drivers to strictly adhere to legal speed limits within residential neighborhoods, stressing that speeding is a major cause of accidents in these areas.…
Saudi Arabia to Deport Expats for Serious Traffic Violations Under New Law
Key Points Saudi Arabia’s Council of Ministers has approved amendments to the Traffic Law that introduce deportation for expatriates who commit serious traffic offenses. Under the new regulations,…
Vehicle Periodic Inspection (Fahas) in Saudi Arabia: Complete Guide 2025
Vehicle periodic inspection, commonly known as Fahas, is a mandatory requirement for all vehicles in Saudi Arabia. It ensures that vehicles on the road meet safety and environmental…