In brief
The Kingdom's first codification of family law: marriage, divorce, khula, custody, maintenance, wills and inheritance.
What it covers
- Engagement, the marriage contract and its effects
- Separation: divorce, khula and annulment
- Custody, maintenance and guardianship
- Wills and estates
Timeline
- Issued: Royal Decree M/73 · 6/8/1443H
Full record of amendments and regulations at the official source
Official text at the Bureau of Experts
The authoritative text is in Arabic; the Bureau of Experts publishes English translations for some laws.
Library content is simplified general information for awareness only. It is not legal advice and does not replace the official text. Laws change: always check the official source and consult a lawyer before acting. Library data last reviewed: .