In brief
Governs members of the diplomatic corps: appointment, promotion, duties, rights and allowances, performance management and end of service.
Summary of the law
Key points
- It sets how financial benefits are handled when a mission closes or in security situations, epidemics or disasters (Article 55).
Earlier version
- An older version on the Ministry's site still applies to non-diplomatic government staff working abroad.
A plain-language summary prepared by Al-Bayan Al-Wadih Law Firm, focused on the violations and problems that come up most in daily life. It is not a substitute for the official text or for legal advice.
What it covers
- Appointment and promotion
- Allowances abroad
- End of service
Timeline
- Issued: Published 8/7/1445H
Full record of amendments and regulations at the official source
Official text at the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development
The authoritative text is in Arabic; the Bureau of Experts publishes English translations for some laws.
Full official text
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