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Article 553 of the Saudi Civil Transactions Law

المادة 553 من نظام المعاملات المدنية · الفرع الثاني: آثار عقد المضاربة

After the capital is handed to him, the mudarib has the right to manage it and deal with it in accordance with Articles 539, 540 and 541, taking into account what the mudaraba contract requires.

Official text (Arabic)

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

يثبت للمضارب بعد تسليم رأس المال إليه حق الإدارة والتصرف فيه وفق أحكام المواد (التاسعة والثلاثين بعد الخمسمائة) و(الأربعين بعد الخمسمائة) و(الحادية والأربعين بعد الخمسمائة) من هذا النظام، مع مراعاة ما يقتضيه عقد المضاربة بينه وبين رب المال.

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 553 explained in plain English

Translated from our Arabic explanation with machine assistance. For guidance only; it does not replace advice from a lawyer on your situation.

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Frequently asked questions about Article 553 of the Saudi Civil Transactions Law

When is the mudarib entitled to deal with the capital?

After the capital has been handed to him, he has the right to manage it and deal with it.

Which provisions govern the mudarib's dealings?

The provisions of Articles 539, 540 and 541 of the Law, taking into account what the mudaraba contract between him and the capital owner requires.

Does the mudaraba contract affect the mudarib's powers?

Yes. The article requires that what the contract between the mudarib and the capital owner requires be taken into account.

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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.