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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 structured system of eight violation categories, each carrying financial penalties and, in many cases, demerit points against your driving record. Overview: The 8 Violation Categories Saudi traffic ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Traffic Fines and Violations: Complete Guide" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-traffic-fine-list/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Traffic Fines and Violations: Complete Guide">Read more</a>
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Saudi Arabia Raises Saudization Rate in Procurement Professions to 70%
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has announced the implementation of a decision to raise the Saudization rate in procurement-related professions within the private sector to 70%, effective from May 31, 2026. The decision applies to private-sector establishments employing three or more workers in the targeted professions, based on the approved occupational ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Raises Saudization Rate in Procurement Professions to 70%" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudization-70-percent-procurement/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Raises Saudization Rate in Procurement Professions to 70%">Read more</a>
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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, surprisingly fast speeds. At some point, you’re going to need to get behind the wheel yourself. Getting a driving license in Saudi Arabia as an expat is ... <a title="How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/driving-license-in-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about How to Get a Driving License in Saudi Arabia (2026)">Read more</a>
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Saudi Arabia to Start Issuing 1448 AH Umrah Visas From May 31
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the upcoming key dates for the 1448 AH Umrah season. According to the ministry’s 1448 AH Umrah calendar, the issuance of Umrah visas and the entry of pilgrims into Saudi Arabia for the new season will begin on 14 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH, corresponding to 31 May 2026. ... <a title="Saudi Arabia to Start Issuing 1448 AH Umrah Visas From May 31" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/1448-ah-umrah-visa-dates/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia to Start Issuing 1448 AH Umrah Visas From May 31">Read more</a>
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Saudi Arabia Calls for Dhul Hijjah Crescent Moon Sighting on May 17
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhul Hijjah on the evening of Sunday, May 17, 2026. In a statement issued on Friday, the court urged anyone who sights the crescent moon with the naked eye or through binoculars to report to ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Calls for Dhul Hijjah Crescent Moon Sighting on May 17" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-dhul-hijjah-moon-sighting-2026/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Calls for Dhul Hijjah Crescent Moon Sighting on May 17">Read more</a>
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HRSD Issues Strict Warning Over Fake Saudization in Private Sector
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has issued urgent warnings to several private sector companies after detecting signs of suspected “fake Saudization” practices. The ministry warned that companies found violating Saudization regulations could face serious legal consequences. HRSD said that many establishments previously flagged for similar indicators were later found to ... <a title="HRSD Issues Strict Warning Over Fake Saudization in Private Sector" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/hrsd-issues-strict-warning-over-fake-saudization/" aria-label="Read more about HRSD Issues Strict Warning Over Fake Saudization in Private Sector">Read more</a>
