1000 RIYAL PENALTY FOR NOT WEARING MASK IN SAUDI ARABIA

The Ministry Of Home Affairs Has Modified The Instructions To Be Adhered To As Part Of The Kovid Preventive Measures In Saudi. The New Rules Are Applicable When Government And Private Companies Start Functioning Today. The New Directions Were Issued As Part Of Preventive Measures. People Who Come Out And Do Not Wear Masks On Their Face And Mouth Are Considered Fines. A Fine Of A 1000 Riyals. Individuals Themselves Will Have To Pay This Fine. If Caught Without Mask A Second Time The Fine Will Double.

Failure To Check Body Temperature When Entering Shopping Centers And Malls, And Ignoring Further Inspection Instructions If The Temperature Is Too High, Is Considered A Felony. Firms That Start Operating Tomorrow Must Also Follow The Instructions Set Forth In The Covid Prevention Initiative.

Suggestions Include Establishing A Body Temperature Check Before Entering The Establishment, A Sanitizer Available At Specific Locations, And Ensuring That Employees Are Wearing Masks And Gloves. The Ministry Warned That Violators Could Be Fined Up To 10,000 Riyal.