Saudi Arabia Raises Fines for Motorcycle Delivery Violations, Threatens Deportation

The Saudi Transport Authority is taking decisive action to instill discipline in the motorcycle delivery sector, implementing significantly higher fines and stricter penalties for violations. This move aims to curb rampant transgressions and ensure a more orderly operation of this essential service.

Key measures include a hefty fine of SR 28,000, confiscation of the offending motorcycle, and the potential suspension of licenses for up to a year. For non-Saudi drivers, the consequences extend to deportation, while companies flouting the rules will face their digital presence being blocked and their physical establishments shut down if operating without a license.

The regulatory framework also introduces a tiered penalty system, categorizing businesses from micro-enterprises with up to five motorcycles to large corporations exceeding 250. This ensures that penalties are proportionate to the scale of the operation, with major players facing the steepest fines for unlicensed activity. The authority has also explicitly prohibited the transport of passengers and hazardous materials on motorcycles, further enhancing safety and compliance within the sector.