The updated regulation for notaries issued by the Ministry of Justice addresses the definition of a notary and their competencies, as they are entrusted with the authentication of contracts and procedures related to real estate. To obtain a notary license, the applicant must be a Saudi national, of good conduct and reputation, hold a degree in Sharia or law, and pass a personal interview. The license is issued for a period of five years, renewable, and the notary must attend a qualifying course ...