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Gulf Insider
02-05-2025
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia Fines Eight Foreign Trucks For Illegal Goods Transport In April
The Transport General Authority (TGA) reported that eight foreign trucks were stopped and fined SR10,000 each in April 2025 for illegally transporting goods within the Kingdom, in violation of domestic freight regulations. As part of its intensified oversight operations, TGA confirmed that all violators were penalized in accordance with established regulations, which include a SR10,000 fine and a 15-day impoundment for a first offense. Penalties increase sharply for repeat violations, reaching up to SR160,000 and vehicle confiscation for multiple infractions. Second-time offenders face a SR20,000 fine and a 30-day impoundment, while a third violation incurs a SR40,000 fine and 60-day impoundment. Fourth-time violators are fined SR80,000 with a 60-day impoundment, and a fifth violation triggers the maximum SR160,000 penalty and potential vehicle seizure. TGA also reported that its inspection teams carried out 1,552 field inspections nationwide in April, identifying a total of 1,462 violations. Riyadh recorded the highest number with 462 cases, followed by Aseer (216), Qassim (212), Makkah (183), Madinah (96), Eastern Region (87), Tabuk (61), and Hail (50). The remaining 95 violations were reported across other regions and cities.
Saudi Gazette
02-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia fines eight foreign trucks for illegal goods transport in April
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) reported that eight foreign trucks were stopped and fined SR10,000 each in April 2025 for illegally transporting goods within the Kingdom, in violation of domestic freight regulations. As part of its intensified oversight operations, TGA confirmed that all violators were penalized in accordance with established regulations, which include a SR10,000 fine and a 15-day impoundment for a first offense. Penalties increase sharply for repeat violations, reaching up to SR160,000 and vehicle confiscation for multiple infractions. Second-time offenders face a SR20,000 fine and a 30-day impoundment, while a third violation incurs a SR40,000 fine and 60-day impoundment. Fourth-time violators are fined SR80,000 with a 60-day impoundment, and a fifth violation triggers the maximum SR160,000 penalty and potential vehicle also reported that its inspection teams carried out 1,552 field inspections nationwide in April, identifying a total of 1,462 recorded the highest number with 462 cases, followed by Aseer (216), Qassim (212), Makkah (183), Madinah (96), Eastern Region (87), Tabuk (61), and Hail (50). The remaining 95 violations were reported across other regions and cities.
Arab News
23-03-2025
- Automotive
- Arab News
More than 400 foreign trucks face fines in KSA
RIYADH: The Transport General Authority fined more than 400 foreign trucks in several regions of the Kingdom between March 16 and 21 for regulatory offenses. The actions were part of the authority's field campaigns on land transport activities aimed at enhancing compliance with regulations and laws, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The authority reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy, which imposes a SR10,000 ($2,666) fine and a 15-day impoundment for first-time offenders. Repeat offenses incur escalating penalties: SR20,000 and 30 days for the second offense, SR40,000 and 60 days for the third, SR80,000 and 60 days for the fourth, and SR160,000 and 60 days for the fifth. Persistent offenders risk having their vehicles confiscated. These nationwide campaigns enhance transport oversight, ensure fair competition, and support the national carrier, according to the SPA. The authority has established four key regulations for foreign truck operations: obtaining an electronic transport document via ' limiting transport to return journeys, complying with local carrier rules, and settling offenses before entry or exit.
Arab News
19-03-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia cracks down on foreign truck violations
RIYADH: The Transport General Authority is stepping up inspections on foreign trucks in Saudi Arabia to enforce land transport regulations. Inspection teams have seized 25 trucks illegally transporting goods in cities, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. Each offense resulted in a SR10,000 ($2,666) fine and immediate impoundment of the vehicle, the SPA added. In Riyadh, 86 inspections revealed 24 offenses and impoundments, while in Jeddah, one offense and impoundment were recorded from eight inspections. The authority reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy, which results in a SR10,000 fine and a 15-day impoundment for first-time offenders. Repeat offenses result in escalating penalties: SR20,000 and 30 days for the second offense; SR40,000 and 60 days for the third; SR80,000 and 60 days for the fourth; and SR160,000 and 60 days for the fifth. Persistent offenders face having their vehicles confiscated. These nationwide campaigns enhance transport oversight, ensure fair competition, and support the national carrier, the SPA reported. In collaboration with relevant bodies, the authority has set four key regulations for foreign truck operations: obtaining an electronic transport document via ' limiting transport to return journeys, complying with local carrier rules, and settling offenses before entry or exit.
Gulf Insider
17-03-2025
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Authorities Seize Three Foreign Trucks For Unauthorized Cargo Transport
Saudi authorities have seized three foreign trucks and fined their operators SR10,000 each for transporting goods within the Kingdom without authorization, the Transport General Authority (TGA) said Sunday. The trucks were impounded with the support of security forces as part of an effort to enforce transport regulations. Under Saudi law, foreign trucks are not allowed to conduct domestic cargo transport without proper authorization. Penalties for repeated violations increase, with fines reaching up to SR160,000 and truck impoundment lasting up to 60 days. Authorities said they may confiscate vehicles that repeatedly violate the regulations. The TGA said it would continue monitoring compliance and taking action against violations to ensure regulatory enforcement and protect competition in the logistics sector.
