Transport Authority: New Road Transport Law Imposes Fines Up to SAR20,000 for Hailing Violations

The Transport General Authority (TGA) has confirmed that the new Law on Road Transport strictly prohibits engaging in passenger transport without a valid license, including the practice commonly referred to as hailing.
 The law stipulates that it is prohibited for any person to engage in road transport activities without authorization, such as calling out to passengers, soliciting them, following or intercepting them, gathering in passenger areas, or roaming with the intention of inviting them.
 The TGA stated that penalties begin with a fine of up to SAR11,000 and vehicle impoundment for up to 25 days for those engaged in preparatory activities. Violators practicing unlicensed transport face penalties of up to SAR20,000 and vehicle impoundment for up to 60 days, in addition to the possibility of the vehicle being sold at public auction and the deportation of non-Saudi violators.
 The authority emphasized that these measures are part of its efforts to curb illegal practices, protect passengers’ rights, ensure service quality, and safeguard the interests of licensed operators. It further highlighted its ongoing initiatives through workshops, awareness meetings, and the publication of guidance manuals to raise compliance levels with the new law and regulations.