Saudi Arabia has approved a new protection program to encourage people to report economic crimes, illegal business practices, and other violations. The goal is to make reporting safer while strengthening compliance across the Kingdom.

What Is the Program?

The new program is designed to protect whistleblowers, witnesses, victims, and experts who help expose economic crimes. It gives them legal, financial, and personal protection so they can report wrongdoing without fear.

The program includes confidentiality, job protection, financial support, and in some cases help for the whistleblower’s family. It also covers housing, food, travel expenses, counseling, and other support during the protection period.

Who Will It Affect?

This update will affect businesses operating illegally, including binami or tasattur-type arrangements, as well as employees and insiders who may choose to report them. It also impacts companies that rely on non-compliant structures or informal ownership setups.

How Reporting Works

Reports will be handled under the direct supervision of the Attorney General in Riyadh. In high-risk cases, additional measures may be used, including temporary identity arrangements and courtroom protection.

Why This Matters

This is a strong signal that Saudi Arabia is serious about transparency and economic reform. For illegal businesses, the risk of exposure is now much higher, while legitimate businesses benefit from a fairer and safer market environment.

Companies operating in Saudi Arabia should make sure their structure is fully compliant and legally registered. For investors and business owners, this is the right time to review ownership, licensing, and operational setup.