Title
Saudi Traffic Violations and Penalties List
Law
Poea Memorandum Circular No. 20, S. 1999
Decision Date
Sep 27, 1999
The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh has issued a list of traffic violations and corresponding penalties, including fines and jail time, as part of Saudi Arabia's initiative to reduce road accidents, with mandatory seatbelt use starting December 9, 1999.
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Q&A (POEA MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 20, S. 1999)

A fine of 900 Saudi Riyals and 3 days jail.

A fine of 900 Saudi Riyals and 3 days jail.

Yes, overspeeding is penalized with a fine of 900 Saudi Riyals and 3 days jail.

A fine of 300 Saudi Riyals and 24 hours jail.

A fine of 1500 Saudi Riyals, 20 days jail, and 20 lashes.

A fine of 900 Saudi Riyals and 3 days jail.

Yes, the use of safety belts is mandatory on all vehicle riders effective from the first of Ramadan, corresponding to December 9, 1999.

A fine of 500 Saudi Riyals, no jail term specified.

Accredited PDOS entities and licensed agencies deploying workers to Saudi Arabia, especially drivers, are enjoined to disseminate this information during seminars and supplemental briefings.


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