Saudi Arabia comes up with new decency code for travellers

Saudi Arabia has now revealed 19 offences related to public decency to notify travellers, as it gets ready to welcome foreign tourists. The Saudi Arabia public decency code comes after its Interior Ministry had made the decision to launch Saudi Arabia visa, permitting travels from 49 countries around the world.
Suadi Arabia was mostly visited by Muslim pilgrims and business people up until now. As Saudi Arabia opens its doors to travellers from around the world, it is now expecting a lot more travellers. Some of the violations include littering, taking photos or videos of people without their permission, playing music during prayer times, or even jumping a queue. Also, it is important for men and women to dress modestly, and adequately while they are here. Travellers should also be careful not to display any public affection, and women should cover their shoulders and knees in public.


According to a government media statement, “The regulations are meant to ensure that visitors and tourists in the Kingdom are aware of the law relating to public behavior so that they comply with it.”
Your fines could range from $13 to $1600, depending on the violation.

The new Saudi Arabia public decency code also forbids racism, hate, discrimination, alongside indecent behaviour. Acts of sexual nature are also a strict no-no, and fine could be doubled for any second violation. Also, you cannot play loud music in a residential area without a license, and the fine is $133. Moreover, you cannot wear clothes with language, images, or even symbols that promote any sort of discrimination, racism, drug use, or pornography.