Digital accessibility by country
Digital accessibility in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Law of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (2023) defines accessibility to include information and communication technology. The Digital Government Authority (DGA) follows WCAG for government platforms and runs a Digital Inclusivity Program. Most government websites state WCAG 2.1 AA conformance.
Last reviewed: November 2026
At a glance
Digital accessibility in Saudi Arabia at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Status | Legal requirement. A binding law or regulation requires digital accessibility. |
| UN disability convention (CRPD) | Ratified in 2008 |
| Standards | WCAG 2.1 AA (government platforms) |
| Main bodies | Digital Government Authority (DGA); Authority for the Care of Persons with Disability; Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development |
The status comes from our Digital Accessibility Adoption Map.
Laws and policies
Main laws and policies
| Law or policy | Year | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Law of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Royal Decree No. M/27) | 2023 | Accessibility includes information, communication and ICT systems, and is a core principle of the law. |
| Statute of the Digital Government Authority | 2021 | Sets up DGA to regulate government digital platforms and their standards. |
Activity
Current initiatives and activity
- DGA Digital Inclusivity Program for persons with disabilities and older people
- DGA usability and inclusion lab, with training for government staff
- Qiyas digital transformation index for government entities
- DGA Platform Code to unify government digital interfaces
What it means
What this means for your organisation
Saudi Arabia has a legal requirement for digital accessibility. If your organisation offers digital services in Saudi Arabia, you should make sure your websites, apps and documents are accessible to people with disabilities.
We recommend WCAG 2.2 AA. It is the latest version and covers the requirements of earlier versions.
How we help
How we can help
Accessibility audits
Website and app audits against WCAG 2.2 AA, in Arabic and English.
Arabic PDF remediation
Arabic PDFs made accessible to screen readers, to PDF/UA.
Arabic screen reader testing
Real testing with NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver and TalkBack.
Training and capacity building
Practical programmes for your teams, with certificates.
Questions
Common questions about digital accessibility in Saudi Arabia
Is digital accessibility required by law in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Saudi Arabia has a binding law that covers digital accessibility, including the Law of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Royal Decree No. M/27) (2023).
Which standard should we follow in Saudi Arabia?
Official guidance refers to: WCAG 2.1 AA (government platforms). We recommend WCAG 2.2 AA because it covers these requirements.
Has Saudi Arabia ratified the UN disability convention (CRPD)?
Ratified in 2008.
How can we get support with digital accessibility in Saudi Arabia?
Our team works in Arabic and English, and most audit, document remediation and training work can be done remotely. Tell us about your websites, apps and documents, and we reply within 1 working day.
Can you make our Arabic PDFs accessible?
Yes. We remediate Arabic and bilingual PDFs to PDF/UA and WCAG 2.2 AA, and your teams can also use our Arabic PDF Remediation Studio.
Sources
Sources
- Law of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Qanoniah)
- Saudipedia: The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Law
- IGF 2025 Open Forum: Digital Inclusiveness in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Deque: Saudi Arabia's accessibility laws
This page is a plain-language summary for information only, not legal advice. Compare with other countries in our guide to digital accessibility laws in the Arab world.
Need help with digital accessibility in Saudi Arabia?
Tell us about your websites, apps and documents. We reply within 1 working day.