The provisions of this Law apply to all Saudi military personnel working in:
- Ministry of Defense and Aviation.
- Ministry of Interior.
- National Guard.
- General Intelligence.
- Presidency of State Security.

Definitions and Ranks:
Definitions: The following words and phrases mean the meanings mentioned alongside each of them unless the text or context indicates otherwise.
A- Minister: The official or head of the entity to which the individual belongs, each in relation to the military apparatus they head.
B- Individual: Any military personnel whose rank is below that of an officer.
C- Soldier: The lowest military rank.
D- Non-Commissioned Officer: The individual whose rank is higher than that of a first soldier and lower than that of an officer.
E- Specialist Individual: Any individual who performs specific tasks that require specialization or technical skill as determined by the implementing regulation.
F- Family of the Individual: Includes the persons registered in the civil registry belonging to the individual.
G- Duration of Service: The period of time that the individual spends in service from the date of their appointment until their exit from it.
H- Specialty Service: The period that the specialist individual must serve from the date of their appointment to the technical position.
I- Basic Salary: The amount allocated for the rank and grade held by the individual in the salary scale attached to this law.

• A- The military ranks for individuals are:

  • 1. Soldier.

  • 2. First Soldier.

  • 3. Corporal.

  • 4. Lance Corporal.

  • 5. Sergeant.

  • 6. First Sergeant.

  • 7. Chief Sergeant.

• B- The word "Specialist" is added immediately after the rank for technical individuals.

The following conditions must be met for the appointment of an individual:
A- The individual must be of Saudi origin and upbringing, with an exception for those who were raised with their father during his service to the state outside the Kingdom.
B- The individual must have a good reputation and conduct, and must not have been convicted of a crime that undermines honor and integrity unless their status has been restored.
C- The individual must be medically fit for military service.
D- The individual must be at least eighteen years old and not more than forty years old.
E- The individual must not be employed by any government entity.
F- The individual must possess the qualifications specified by the implementing regulation.

The candidate for appointment submits a declaration stating that he has not concealed any previous military service, and another declaration confirming that he meets the appointment conditions stipulated in paragraphs "B" and "E" of Article (4). If it is proven otherwise after his appointment, his appointment decision shall be revoked, and the duration he spent in military service shall not be counted, nor shall he be entitled to any bonuses or compensation for it.

A- An individual is considered to be on probation for a period of one year starting from the date of their appointment. If their suitability is not established during this period, their services shall be terminated by a decision from the authority entitled to appoint.

B- Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (A) of this article, the probation period for medical fitness regarding epilepsy or a mental illness that hinders the performance of military duties may be extended for an additional two years. If the military individual shows symptoms of either of these conditions during the first three years of service, or if it is proven that they entered service despite suffering from a condition that leads to medical unfitness, their services shall be terminated by a reasoned decision from the authority entitled to appoint them based on a recommendation from the Supreme Military Medical Committee, without entitlement to a retirement pension.

C- Those who prove to have suffered from epilepsy or a mental illness as a result of an accident or injury after their appointment are exempt from the provisions of paragraph (B) of this article, provided that this is based on a recommendation from the Supreme Military Medical Committee.

An individual is required to remain in service for a period of four years after their appointment, and thereafter, their service may be terminated at their request unless military work circumstances necessitate their continued service.