In brief
Sets how beggars, Saudi or not, are dealt with: apprehension, social study, referral and aftercare.
Summary of the law
Key rules, rights and obligations
- Begging on social media is treated like begging in public.
- Saudi beggars are directed to public and charitable services with aftercare; non-Saudis are deported after the penalty.
Procedures and key deadlines
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What it covers
- Who is a beggar
- Apprehension and referral
- Care for Saudi beggars
Timeline
- Issued: Published 9/4/1444H
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Official text at the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
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