Saudi Arabia's New Commercial Registration and Trade Name Laws As of April 3, 2025, Saudi Arabia has formally ratified two historic laws the Law of Commercial Register and the Law of Trade Names and it is an historic milestone that the Kingdom reaches in its regulation shift under Vision 2030.…
Read moreQatar-Saudi Arabia Double Tax Treaty The governments of Saudi Arabia and Qatar signed a historic Double Tax Treaty (DTT) on July 11, 2023, with the objectives of enhancing economic cooperation, avoiding double taxation, and preventing fiscal evasion in terms of taxes on income. Since both countries are increasing their bilateral…
Read moreSaudi Arabia's New Personal Status Law Saudi Arabia celebrated another milestone in its history of legal reform on 21 February 2025 with the release of the Implementing Regulations of the Personal Status Law (PSL) into the Official Gazette (Umm Al-Qura). The much-awaited regulations, endorsed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman,…
Read moreSaudi Arabia's New Investment Law Saudi Arabia has just enacted a new Investment Law with the purpose of boosting the international and domestic investor appeal of the country. The law, as well as its Implementing Regulations, is an integral part of the wider Vision 2030 program, which intends to diversify…
Read moreKey Amendments to Saudi Arabia's Labour Law Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030 continues to transform the government's legal framework in a way that will make its labor market more attractive and dynamic. These amendments are geared towards enhancing job security, improving working conditions, and providing equal opportunities for everyone. They…
Read moreSaudi Arabia's Updated Laws on Commercial Registration and Trade Names In a significant step to develop the business ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, the Council of Ministers adopted two landmark legislations on 17 September 2024: the Commercial Registration Law and the Trade Name Law, both of which have been referred to…
Read moreRecent Updates to Saudi Arabia’s Essential Cybersecurity Controls Cybersecurity constitutes a most basic aspect of national security and economic prosperity, as nations are in a hurry to transform digitally. Saudi Arabia continues to remain fully committed to the safeguarding of its digital infrastructure with its continued Vision 2030. The National…
Read moreLaw of Patent Right in Saudi Arabia The patent landscape in Saudi Arabia is shaped by a dual framework of national and regional patent systems, enabling inventors and organizations to secure intellectual property rights within the Kingdom and across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The key elements governing patents in…
Read moreSignificant Amendments to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Labor Law On August 6, 2024, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Council of Ministers approved substantial amendments to the country's Labor Law, marking the most significant reforms since 2015. These changes are set to enhance both employer and employee rights and…
Read moreCompanies Law in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia's Council of Ministers approved the long-awaited New Companies Law, which marks a significant shift in the Kingdom's regulatory landscape. Enacted through Cabinet Resolution No. 678 and ratified by Royal Decree No. (M/132), this new legislation aims to support Saudi Vision 2030 by modernizing…
Read moreLaw of Criminal Procedure in Saudi Arabia The Law of Criminal Procedure in Saudi Arabia is a complex system that combines traditional Islamic legal principles with contemporary statutory laws. The system is deeply influenced by Sharia, specifically the Hanbali school of Sunni Islam, and it has evolved to incorporate formal…
Read moreNew Maritime Approach in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has introduced a transformative shift in its maritime sector with the new Saudi Commercial Maritime Regulation, enacted via Royal Decree No. M33/1440 and published in the Official Gazette on January 5, 2019. This significant legislative change,…
Read morePatent & Design Updates from Saudi Arabia In a bid to bolster its intellectual property landscape and enhance its position in the global innovation ecosystem, Saudi Arabia has taken significant strides by implementing crucial amendments to its Patent and Design Laws. The recent developments, including joining international initiatives such as…
Read moreUnderstanding Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law In an era where data is as valuable as gold, the introduction of the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) by Saudi Arabia marks a significant milestone in the Middle East's approach to data privacy and security. Implemented through Royal Decree M/19 on September…
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