SAMEA Newssaudigazette-biz:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663912/saudi-arabia/insurance-authority-announces-health-insurance-product-without-pre-approvals-for-outpatient-servicesNewsIn force

Insurance Authority announces health insurance product without pre-approvals for outpatient services

RIYADH — The Insurance Authority has directed health insurance providers in Saudi Arabia to offer a health insurance product without pre-medical approval requests for outpatient services. This is part of the authority’s efforts to address a key challenge faced by health insurance beneficiaries in recent years. The product will be an additional option among the health insurance products currently available, giving employers and policyholders more flexibility to choose the solution that best meets their needs. The new product will be available to insurance customers starting from November 1, 2026. Insurance Authority CEO Eng. Naji Al-Tamimi stated that the directive to provide a health insurance product without pre-approvals for outpatient services aligns with the Saudi leadership’s directives to ease burdens on citizens, enhance quality of life, and support the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. He added that the initiative reaffirms the Insurance Authority’s role in leading the market and requiring insurance companies to provide insurance products that meet the needs of individuals and businesses, in line with the National Insurance Sector Strategy. The Insurance Authority called on

Last changed 18 hours ago.

Extracted view for reading · Original for compliance evidence

RIYADH — The Insurance Authority has directed health insurance providers in Saudi Arabia to offer a health insurance product without pre-medical approval requests for outpatient services. This is part of the authority’s efforts to address a key challenge faced by health insurance beneficiaries in recent years. The product will be an additional option among the health insurance products currently available, giving employers and policyholders more flexibility to choose the solution that best meets their needs. The new product will be available to insurance customers starting from November 1, 2026. Insurance Authority CEO Eng. Naji Al-Tamimi stated that the directive to provide a health insurance product without pre-approvals for outpatient services aligns with the Saudi leadership’s directives to ease burdens on citizens, enhance quality of life, and support the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. He added that the initiative reaffirms the Insurance Authority’s role in leading the market and requiring insurance companies to provide insurance products that meet the needs of individuals and businesses, in line with the National Insurance Sector Strategy. The Insurance Authority called on health insurance customers to file a complaint with the authority if an insurer refuses to provide the new option after the specified implementation date.

Source

https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663912/saudi-arabia/insurance-authority-announces-health-insurance-product-without-pre-approvals-for-outpatient-services

Canonical document at the regulator. Always cite this URL — not the Vantage detail page — in compliance evidence.

Related in Middle East & Africa

SAMEA Newssaudigazette-biz:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663916/saudi-arabia/dust-strong-winds-to-hit-riyadh-region-fridayNewsIn force

Dust, strong winds to hit Riyadh region Friday

RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) warned that the Riyadh region will be affected by dust, strong winds, and near-zero horizontal visibility on Friday.The weather conditions are expected to last from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and affect Riyadh and surrounding governorates.

SAMEA Newssaudigazette-biz:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663915/saudi-arabia/gaft-launches-anti-dumping-investigation-into-cardboard-imports-from-india-chinaNewsIn force

GAFT launches anti-dumping investigation into cardboard imports from India, China

RIYADH — The General Authority of Foreign Trade (GAFT) has announced the launch of an anti-dumping investigation into Saudi Arabia’s imports of multi-layer coated cardboard with a grey back and a white or other-colored face, weighing 180–500 grams per square meter and originating in or exported from India and China.The decision to launch the investigation was issued in accordance with the Law of Trade Remedies in International Trade, dated November 23, 2022. The law aims to protect domestic industries from injury caused by dumped and subsidized imports, prevent import surges, and defend Saudi exports subject to trade remedy measures.

SAMEA Newssaudigazette-biz:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663914/saudi-arabia/culture-ministry-relocates-to-new-headquarters-in-diriyahNewsIn force

Culture Ministry relocates to new headquarters in Diriyah

DIRIYAH — Diriyah Company has announced the completion of the relocation of the Ministry of Culture to its new headquarters in Diriyah’s Northern District, developed as part of the company’s integrated urban master plan. The move underscores the growing presence of national cultural institutions within Diriyah, reinforcing its role as a fully integrated destination for culture, governance, and contemporary living. The relocation follows the memorandum of understanding signed between the Ministry of Culture and the Diriyah Gate Development Authority in mid-2022. The agreement laid the foundation for collaboration between the Diriyah Project and the Ministry of Culture to encourage coordination, development, and the delivery of cultural projects, initiatives, and events in line with Diriyah’s master plan.Commenting on the occasion, Group CEO of Diriyah Company Jerry Inzerillo said: “We are pleased that the Ministry of Culture has chosen Diriyah as its headquarters, and we are proud of our partnership with the ministry in developing its new headquarters. This milestone reflects the pace at which we are advancing Diriyah as a fully integrated urban destination for living, working, and

SAMEA Newssaudigazette-biz:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663913/saudi-arabia/spouse-of-king-salman-and-makkah-deputy-emir-honor-winners-of-king-abdulaziz-quran-competitionNewsIn force

Spouse of King Salman and Makkah deputy emir honor winners of King Abdulaziz Qur’an Competition

MAKKAH — The 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Qur’an concluded in Makkah on Wednesday. The competition, held under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, was organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance. Princess Fahda bint Falah Al-Hathleen, spouse of King Salman, honored the female winners of the competition while Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal honored the male winners of the competition during the separate closing ceremonies held for female and male winners. In a recorded speech at the closing ceremony for the women’s section, Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh said that the 46th edition marks a new chapter in the competition’s history, featuring international female participation and a dedicated closing ceremony for female contestants for the first time, amid the generous support and patronage the competition receives from the wise leadership. The ceremony of honoring male winners was held at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Addressing the gathering, Minister Al-Sheikh highlighted that the competition stands as a

SAMEA Newssaudigazette-biz:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/663911/saudi-arabia/sfda-grants-marketing-authorization-for-innovative-dual-glucose-and-ketone-monitoring-deviceNewsIn force

SFDA grants marketing authorization for innovative dual glucose and ketone monitoring device

RIYADH —The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has granted marketing authorization for an innovative medical device utilizing next-generation biosensor technology. The device enables continuous, real-time, and accurate monitoring of blood glucose and ketone levels around the clock, supporting improved diabetes management and accelerating clinical response times for critical cases. Regulatory approval was facilitated through the SFDA’s Innovative Medical Devices pathway, designed to accelerate the entry of innovative health technologies into the Saudi market while ensuring adherence to the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and quality. The SFDA is among the first regulatory authorities globally to grant marketing authorization for this innovative medical device, which is also the first of its kind authorized for use in Saudi Arabia.The device underwent a comprehensive scientific and regulatory evaluation, including a review of technical and clinical documentation, assessment of safety and performance data, and verification of clinical trial results to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. This device represents a significant advancement in monitoring pati