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The Public Transport Authority has published 24 traffic violation fines on public and private taxi drivers in Saudi Arabia. Here is the list;
SR 5,000 fine
The following traffic violations committed by taxi drivers would result in a fine of SR 5,000;
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1- Private taxis transporting passengers for a fee within or between the cities of Saudi Arabia.
2- Making unauthorized changes to the taxi.
3- Using a taxi for a period exceeding its approved lifespan.
4- Failure in fixing the electronic fare meter in the taxi.
5- Expat driving taxi without Iqama profession of a taxi driver.
SR 3,000 fine
The following traffic violations committed by taxi drivers would result in a fine of SR 3,000;
6- Failure to start the fare calculation meter at the start of the trip.
7- Failure to contact PTA within 10 days of summoning.
8- Driving a public taxi with an expired work permit/Iqama.
SR 2,000 fine
The following traffic violations committed by taxi drivers would result in a fine of SR 2,000;
9- Expired Fahas certificate.
10- Failure to hand over the lost items of passengers to police.
SR 1,000 fine
The following traffic violations committed by taxi drivers would result in a fine of SR 1,000;
11- Asking passengers to step down after starting the trip.
12- Delay in the renewal of taxi license.
13- Picking passengers from the main road.
14- Failure to present the license documents when requested.
15- Not placing the necessary phrases, plates, or sign boards inside the taxi.
16- Not updating Saudi National Address.
17- Not converting the public taxi into a private car after the expiry of the lifespan.
SR 500 fine
The following traffic violations committed by taxi drivers would result in a fine of SR 500;
18- Smoking or allowing passengers to do so inside the taxi.
19- Violation of passenger’s privacy under any circumstances.
20- Carrying bags and non-hand luggage in the car cabin (not in the trunk).
21- Non-compliance with public morals and good treatment of passengers
22- Carelessness in appearance and personal hygiene
23- Failure to maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the taxi
24- Failure to assist persons with disabilities when getting in or out of the taxi.
Source: Saudi Gazette
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