Advisory:

Saudi Regulations on Obtaining Permits for

Community Events and Activities in

Hotels and Public Venues

The Consulates wishes to inform the public and Filipino community organizations on the guidelines conveyed by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs on manner by which the Consulate may assist Filipino community organization who seeking the approval of the local authorities to obtain a permit to hold their events at hotels and other public venues.

The Saudi MFA, in its Note No. 91-93-2657 dated 24/1/1429H (05 February 2008) reiterated its previous guidelines in its Note No. 91-83-9010-25 dated 09/05/1425H, that:

• Any community association or group that wishes to hold a party or cultural/sports activity should seek approval / permit directly from the Office of the Emir of the Makkah Al-Mukarramah Region (Imarah Office).

In support of application for an approval/permit from the Emir’s Office (Imara) and in accordance with these guidelines, the Consulate could only issue certifications to duly registered community organizations and associations that they are duly recognized and registered with the Consulate and that the Consulate has no objection to the proposed event by the community.

Jeddah, 01 March 2008.