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Article 284 of the Saudi Civil Transactions Law

المادة 284 من نظام المعاملات المدنية · الفرع الثاني: المقاصة

The article explains that set-off extinguishes the two debts to the extent of the smaller one, from the time they become eligible for set-off.

Official text (Arabic)

This article has not been amended since the law was issued.

يترتب على المقاصة انقضاء الدينين بمقدار الأقل منهما منذ الوقت الذي يصبحان فيه صالحين للمقاصة.

This is the official Arabic wording, the only legally binding version. We do not translate the law itself; the explanation below is ours. Official source: Bureau of Experts at the Council of Ministers

Article 284 explained in plain English

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Frequently asked questions about Article 284 of the Saudi Civil Transactions Law

What happens to the two debts after set-off?

The two debts are extinguished to the extent of the smaller one, and the difference remains an outstanding debt.

From what date does set-off count?

From the time the two debts become eligible for set-off.

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The texts are reproduced from the official website of the Bureau of Experts at the Council of Ministers for reference; where they differ, the officially published Arabic text prevails. This content is not legal advice.