Tag: Traffic

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>

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. The authority warned that excessive speed poses a direct risk to residents and pedestrians, especially children and the elderly, within densely populated neighborhoods. Drivers were urged to ... <a title="Saudi Traffic Warns Against Speeding in Residential Areas" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-traffic-residential-area-driving-rules/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Traffic Warns Against Speeding in Residential Areas">Read more</a>

How to Renew a Driving License in Saudi Arabia

Renewing your Saudi driving license is a simple online process that can be completed through the Absher platform. However, certain conditions and payments must be fulfilled first. This guide explains the requirements, renewal fees, and step-by-step instructions for renewing your private or motorcycle driving license in Saudi Arabia in 2025. Conditions for Renewing a Driving ... <a title="How to Renew a Driving License in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/how-to-renew-driving-license-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about How to Renew a Driving License in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

10 Places Where Parking Is Not Allowed in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Traffic Department (Muroor) has set clear rules on where vehicles are not allowed to stop or park, to keep traffic flowing smoothly and ensure safety for everyone on the road. Ignoring these rules can lead to fines or even your vehicle being towed. 1. Reserved Parking for Specific Vehicles Certain spots are reserved for ... <a title="10 Places Where Parking Is Not Allowed in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/prohibited-parking-places-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about 10 Places Where Parking Is Not Allowed in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>

Saudi Traffic Law Now Penalizes Driving with Expired Istimara

Saudi Arabia has amended its Traffic Law, making it a violation to drive a vehicle with an expired registration (Istimara). The amendment was approved during a Cabinet session in Riyadh on Tuesday, chaired by King Salman. As part of the changes, Article 71 of the Traffic Law has been removed. This article previously imposed fines ... <a title="Saudi Traffic Law Now Penalizes Driving with Expired Istimara" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-traffic-law-penalizes-expired-istimara/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Traffic Law Now Penalizes Driving with Expired Istimara">Read more</a>

Turning Right on Red Light? Here’s What You Must Know

If you’re driving in Saudi Arabia, it’s important to understand the rules for turning right at a red light to ensure safety and avoid fines. Here’s a simple breakdown based on official guidelines: 1. Stop Before Turning Right You must come to a full stop before making a right turn at a red light. This ... <a title="Turning Right on Red Light? Here’s What You Must Know" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/turning-right-on-red-light-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Turning Right on Red Light? Here’s What You Must Know">Read more</a>