Ways to Inquire About Traffic Violations in Saudi Arabia

There isn’t a driver in Saudi Arabia who doesn’t want to know if they have traffic violations or not. Whether you’re a citizen or a resident, there are multiple ways to easily check your violations from home without having to visit government departments. In this article, we explain all the available methods to inquire about traffic violations in the Kingdom.

Inquiry via Absher Platform

Absher is the easiest and fastest way to inquire about traffic violations. You can do it as follows:

  • Visit the Absher website (absher.sa) or download the app
  • Log in with your account (if you don’t have one, you can register easily)
  • Select “Inquiries” then “Traffic Violations”
  • All your registered violations will appear with their details

Through Absher, you can view the date, location, time, and value of the violations, and you can pay them electronically afterward.

Inquiry via Absher Individuals App

The Absher Individuals app on your phone provides the same services as the website. You can download it from the Apple Store or Google Play, log in, and view your violations in seconds. The app is more convenient as it’s always with you on your phone.

Inquiry via SMS Messages

The Ministry of Interior sends text messages to your registered phone number in Absher when a new violation is recorded against you. However, this service only provides a notification and does not allow you to view full details or see all previous violations.

Inquiry via the Ministry of Interior Website

The Ministry of Interior website (moi.gov.sa) offers a service to inquire about traffic violations. The steps are simple:

  • Visit the Ministry of Interior website
  • Select “Electronic Services”
  • Choose “Inquire About Traffic Violations”
  • Enter your ID or residency number

This method is useful if you don’t have an Absher account or have forgotten your password.

Inquiry via the Unified Traffic Violations Number

You can call the unified traffic number 993 to inquire about violations. The service is available 24/7 and they will assist you in inquiring and guide you through the appropriate steps.

Inquiry via “Absher Business” Platform

If you are a business owner or company, you can use “Absher Business” to inquire about violations of vehicles belonging to your institution. This service allows you to monitor employee and vehicle violations in one place.

How to Verify if the Violation is Correctly Recorded?

Sometimes a violation is recorded by mistake, for example, if the car photographed was not yours or the license plate number was incorrect. In this case:

  • You can object to the violation through Absher within 30 days of its registration
  • The objection is electronic and does not require you to visit the relevant authority
  • If the objection is accepted, the violation is automatically canceled

Do Traffic Violations Expire?

Traffic violations expire after a certain period according to Saudi law if they are not reported within the legal timeframe. However, it’s best to pay the violations before they accumulate late fees (in some types of violations) or before renewing your driver’s license or vehicle registration.

Difference Between Inquiring via Absher and the Ministry of Interior

The main difference is that Absher provides more details (exact location of the violation, date, violation image), while the Ministry of Interior website provides a summary of violations. Therefore, it’s best to always use Absher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I inquire about traffic violations without Absher?

A: You can inquire via the Ministry of Interior website (moi.gov.sa) or by calling the unified number 993.

Q: Do violations appear immediately after they are recorded?

A: Violations usually appear within 24-48 hours of being recorded in the Absher system.

Q: How can I inquire about violations in my name if the car is registered under someone else’s name?

A: Violations are recorded against the license plate (car) and not the driver. If you used a car that has violations, the owner is responsible.

You can report a violating driver via Absher.