Article 25 of the Saudi Competition Law
المادة 25 من نظام المنافسة
The article allows any natural or legal person harmed by practices that violate the Competition Law to seek compensation before the competent court.
Official text (Arabic)
This article has not been amended since the law was issued.
يجوز لأي شخص ذي صفة طبيعية أو اعتبارية يلحقه ضرر ناتج من ممارسات مخالفة لأحكام النظام، التقدم بطلب التعويض أمام المحكمة المختصة.
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 25 explained in plain English
This article establishes the right of the harmed person to seek compensation for the harm they suffered because of practices that violate the Competition Law, and this right is independent of the penalties the Law imposes on the violator.
- Who has the right? Any natural person (an individual, such as a consumer) or legal person (a company or institution).
- The condition: that they suffer harm resulting from practices that violate the provisions of the Law. There must be a violating practice, there must be harm, and the harm must result from it.
- Where? Before the competent court.
The article does not specify the amount of compensation, or a time limit for filing the request, or whether a decision of the Committee is required before making the claim; these are matters the text itself does not answer. Note that Article 24 punishes Board members and the Authority's staff for disclosing secrets, whereas this article deals with compensating the harmed person themselves.
The word "may" means that requesting compensation is an optional right of the harmed person, while awarding it is up to the court. Anyone who believes they have been harmed by a monopolistic practice is advised to consult a lawyer specialized in commercial cases and compensation claims to assess the claim and prove the harm.
Practical example
A startup in Riyadh lost its customers after a dominant supplier required distributors not to deal with it. If this practice violates the provisions of the Law and caused it harm, it may submit a request for compensation before the competent court.
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 25 of the Saudi Competition Law
Can I claim compensation from a monopolistic company?
Yes. Any natural or legal person who suffers harm resulting from practices that violate the provisions of the Law may submit a request for compensation before the competent court.
Does an ordinary consumer have the right to seek compensation?
Yes. The text covers a natural person, provided that they suffer harm resulting from practices that violate the Law.
Where is a compensation claim for monopolistic practices filed?
Before the competent court; the text does not name a particular court.
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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.