Saudi visitors can check & pay traffic violations online

Updated: April 30, 2026

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What happens if you see a camera flash while driving in Saudi Arabia, but aren’t stopped or asked to pay anything when leaving? Don’t breathe that sigh of relief just yet! Traffic violations in Saudi Arabia can show up after 2-5 days — even if you’re back home.

To stay on the safe side, here’s how to check and pay traffic violations for Saudi visitors — and what you can do if you think there’s a mistake.

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How to check or pay traffic violations from outside Saudi Arabia?

 If you are outside Saudi Arabia, you can check and pay traffic fines online via the Absher or Efaa portals. Visitors simply need their border number or passport details and can settle payments instantly using an international Visa or Mastercard. 

Step 1: Check traffic violations on Absher (for Saudi visitors)

• Go to Absher → Query Traffic Violation for Visitor
• Select your document type (passport, ID, or border number)
• Enter your details
• Click View → See violations details + amount

Step 2: Pay unpaid traffic violations on Efaa (for Saudi visitors)

• Visit Efaa.sa → Choose [Individuals]
• Put in your details in individual (border number and DOB/violation number) it will show the status [paid /Unpaid]
• Efaa accepts international Visa and Mastercard payments

How can Saudi visitors find their border number?

What is a Border Number? It’s a 10-digit number given to you when you enter Saudi Arabia.

• If you entered using a passport, it’s usually handwritten and starts with 3 or 4
• If you entered using a GCC ID, you can check the border number using Absher.

Watch out for Saher!

In Saudi Arabia, the Saher digital camera system automatically detects traffic violations for both Saudi and GCC-plated cars. Most common fines for Saudi visitors include:

• Going faster than the speed limit.
• Running a red light
• Not wearing their seatbelt
• Using their mobile phone while driving

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Got a traffic violation as a Saudi visitor? Don’t ignore it!

Saudi visitors need to know that ignoring their traffic violation won’t make them go away! If you have unpaid traffic violations in Saudi Arabia, expect:

• Traffic violations following you home.
• Being stopped at the Saudi-Kuwaiti border until payment is made
• Visa problems. For those on a Saudi visa, you won’t be able to extend a visit visa or access any other government services.

Visitors can also object to traffic violation in Saudi Arabia

If you believe a violation was issued in error, you have 30 days from the date of the violation to object. 🔗 Find out how to object to a traffic violation in Saudi Arabia.

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