Gulf license plates face 90-day deadline and fines

The new regulation defines the guidelines for using Gulf license plates on vehicles within the Kingdom. Vehicles are allowed to remain inside the country legally for only 90 days, with the possibility of extending the period by up to 30 days before it expires, provided that the vehicle’s registration and insurance are valid. If the vehicle exceeds this period, a fine ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 Riyals will be imposed, and the vehicle will be impounded until the fine is paid. The vehicle owner or the authorized driver must be a Saudi citizen or a resident with a valid residence permit. Entry and exit of vehicles are recorded through the customs port, with the duration calculated from the day the vehicle enters. Residents of the area are granted a 90-day grace period from the effective date of these regulations to regularize their vehicle status. They must adhere to registration or exit procedures before the deadline to avoid fines and impoundment.

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