Extract the certificate of no previous record electronically
Digital development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has facilitated the procedures for obtaining services through approved electronic platforms affiliated with government agencies. Through the Absher platform affiliated with the Ministry of Interior, beneficiaries can obtain a certificate of criminal record electronically and view it without the need to visit the Ministry’s headquarters with ease and safety.
A certificate of no prior convictions includes specific information indicating its purpose, the personal data required in the form, the fees charged, and more.
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What is an electronic record-free certificate?
It is an official document issued by the Ministry of Interior that grants its holder a certificate stating that there are no criminal judgments registered and issued against him. The certificate is valid for 30 days from the date of its issuance.
Verifying that a person’s record is free of criminal records is an important step for those wishing to obtain a job or contract with government agencies, travel, issue visas to residents, etc.
The issuance of a criminal record certificate can be requested electronically through the beneficiary’s account via the Absher platform or the registered account of the entity or company in a security portal.
What crimes are recorded in the criminal record?
The final criminal rulings issued by the Saudi criminal courts are recorded in the Criminal Record. These rulings stipulate the following:
A final, conclusive ruling issued by the Criminal Court.
Proof of the accused’s guilt based on this ruling.
The prescribed penalty shall be due to the accused committing a crime that violates the system and the provisions of Islamic Sharia.
The penalty prescribed for the accused shall be one of the following:
Legitimate limit.
Intoxicant limit.
Imprisonment for a period of not less than three years.
If two of the following penalties are combined:
Skin with at least 80 lashes.
Imprisonment for more than two years.
A fine of no less than 10,000 Saudi riyals.
How do I obtain a criminal record certificate from Absher?
- Log in to the Absher platform.
- Selection “Public Services”
- Then click on “Absher Reports”
- Click on the “Request Report icon”
- Selection “Request for a certificate of lack of a criminal record”
- Enter the required data (national ID number and date of birth)
- Payment of the financial consideration for the service.
- View and print the certificate.
How to obtain a criminal record certificate for residents?
Residents can obtain a criminal record certificate through the Absher platform by following these steps:
- Visit the Absher Individuals platform and log in with your residence number and password.
- From the home page, select “Absher Reports”
- Selection “Absher Reports”
- From the list of reports, select “Certificate of No Priorities”
- Fill in the required personal data (name, date of birth, nationality, valid residence number, and passport number) and then click “Next”
- Wait for the application to be accepted and then pay the fee.
What data is required in the criminal record certificate form?
The criminal record certificate form requires the following data:
- Beneficiary personal data.
- Official documents such as a copy of a valid national ID, residence permit or passport.
- Official personal photos.
- The purpose of issuing a certificate of lack of a criminal record.
- Name of the entity requesting the certificate.
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Security portal for a certificate of lack of a criminal record
Security portal for a certificate of lack of a criminal record
Some entities or companies can access the account registered with them in the security portal for a certificate of lack of a record and request that it be issued to one of the candidates to work for them, by following these steps:
- Log in to a security portal using your username and password.
- From the menu on the right, click on “Precedent-Free Services”
- Selection “Request for a certificate of lack of a criminal record”
- Filling out candidate data details includes:
- The resident’s national ID number or residence number.
- Date of birth.
- Press the “Check” button, then the filter information will appear if the entered data is correct
- Enter the candidate’s mobile number.
- Fill in the order details.
- From the purpose list of the certificate of no prior selection ”employment”.
- Determine the type of profession and write the candidate’s job title.
- Click on “Send” and the application will be sent to the candidate via his account on the Absher platform to approve the application.
How much is the fee for a criminal record certificate?
How much is the fee for a criminal record certificate?
The service applicant can clearly view the details, terms of service, and fees for the criminal record certificate through the approved electronic platforms.
On the Absher platform, the fees for the certificate of criminal record service are estimated at 57.5 Saudi riyals, including tax, while the security portal for the certificate of criminal record has specific fees for entities participating in the services provided by the security portal.
Criminal lawyer for legal advice
It is important to appoint a specialized criminal lawyer with experience in criminal case procedures due to the sensitivity of these cases and their impact on individuals’ lives.
A specialized lawyer from Abdul Majeed Al Rashid Law Office and Legal Consultations in Criminal Cases provides a variety of legal services, including case study and analysis, drafting legal memoranda and defenses, representing detainees and prisoners, negotiating with the relevant authorities, and attending hearings on behalf of the client before criminal courts.

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