Law of Practicing Healthcare Professions
Art. 2Status unknownSaudi ArabiaRegulation
Issued by Ministry of Investment (misa.gov.sa)
A. It is prohibited to practice any healthcare profession without a license from
the Ministry.
B. Licensing for the practice of a healthcare profession shall be subject to the
following conditions:
1. Obtaining the qualification required for the profession from any college of
medicine, pharmacy, applied medical sciences, or health, or from a health
institute, or any other qualifications required for the practice of healthcare
professions recognized by the Commission, or obtaining a degree from
Law of Practicing Healthcare Professions
abroad recognized by the Commission.
2. Completing the mandatory internship period required for the profession in
question and being medically fit.
3. Registering with the Commission in accordance with its registration
requirements.
4. Not being previously convicted of an offense impinging upon honor or
integrity, unless rehabilitated.
C. Employment in healthcare professions at government agencies shall be
deemed a license to practice the profession in said agencies; subject to the
prior registration with the Commission.
The Arabic text is the legally binding version. The English translation is provided for guidance only.
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