Article 7 of the Saudi Rights of Persons with Disabilities Law
المادة 7 من نظام حقوق الأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة · الباب الثاني: الحقوق والخدمات
The article establishes the right of persons with disabilities to move with the greatest possible safety and independence, and leaves the controls for implementing it to the Regulations.
Official text (Arabic)
This article has not been amended since the law was issued.
للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة الحق في التنقل بأكبر قدر ممكن من الأمان والاستقلالية. وتحدد اللائحة ما يلزم من ضوابط لتنفيذ أحكام هذه المادة.
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 7 explained in plain English
This article establishes a basic right, the right to mobility, and describes it with two qualities:
- Safety: that the person with a disability moves without being exposed to avoidable risks.
- Independence: that the person can move on their own as far as possible, without constant reliance on others.
The phrase "the greatest possible" matters. It means that what is required is the highest level of safety and independence available in the circumstances, not an absolute guarantee in every case.
The article does not give details of how this right is applied, but provides that the Regulations set the controls needed to implement it. Anyone looking for specific obligations on a particular body should refer to the Regulations.
This right complements what precedes it: Article 6 provides for taking the requirements of persons with disabilities into account in traffic safety regulations and guidance, and the definition of "accessibility" in Article 1 covers their access to the physical environment and means of transport on an equal basis with others. Article 8, which follows, turns to their right to supporting educational and training services.
Anyone who believes their right to mobility has not been respected can consult a lawyer specializing in the rights of persons with disabilities or in administrative cases.
Practical example
Faisal uses a wheelchair and travels to work in Riyadh every day. Article 7 gives him the right to move with the greatest possible safety and independence, and the Regulations set the controls that bodies must follow to achieve this.
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 7 of the Saudi Rights of Persons with Disabilities Law
Does a person with a disability have a legal right to mobility?
Yes. The article establishes the right to move with the greatest possible safety and independence.
Where do I find the details of applying the right to mobility?
The article provides that the Regulations set the controls needed to implement this right.
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- Article 3
The article establishes the right of persons with disabilities to access all facilities and establishments, by verifying accessibility requirements at licensing and ensuring safe movement on roads, sidewalks and parking.
للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة الحق في إمكانية الوصول للبيئات المادية المحيطة بهم -بحسب المواصفات الهندسية والمعمارية المنصوص عليها في الأحكام النظامية ذات العلاقة- لجميع
- Article 5
The article establishes the right of persons with disabilities to have their special requirements taken into account in emergencies, natural disasters and crises, and requires the relevant bodies to issue guidance manuals in coordination with the Authority.
للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة الحق في مراعاة متطلباتهم الخاصة عند التعامل مع حالات الطوارئ والكوارث الطبيعية والأزمات، وتصدر الجهات المعنية -بالتنسيق مع الهيئة- أدلة إرشا
- Article 6
The article establishes the right of persons with disabilities to have their requirements and needs taken into account in traffic safety regulations and guidance.
للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة الحق في أن تراعى متطلباتهم واحتياجاتهم في أنظمة السلامة المرورية وإرشاداتها.
- Article 11
The article establishes the right of persons with disabilities to benefit from the facilities of the Two Holy Mosques, the holy sites, mosques and prayer rooms, including guaranteeing the availability of accessibility requirements.
للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة الحق في الاستفادة من المرافق الخاصة بالحرمين الشريفين والمشاعر المقدسة والمساجد والمصليات، ويشمل ذلك ضمان توفر متطلبات إمكانية الوصول.
- Article 14
The article establishes the right of persons with disabilities to access and benefit from readable, visual and audible content, and refers the mechanism for implementation to the Regulations.
للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة الحق في الوصول إلى المحتوى (المقروء، والمرئي، والمسموع) والاستفادة منه. وتحدد اللائحة آلية تنفيذ أحكام هذه المادة.
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.