Saudi Arabia Introduces New Service for Non-Arabic Speakers

The Ministry of Justice in Saudi Arabia has introduced a new service for non-Arabic speakers facing court proceedings.

Through the web resource Najiz.sa run by the Unified Translation Centre, the Ministry has launched a "Request for an Interpreter" service.

This electronic tool allows beneficiaries to request an interpreter to help them communicate effectively with the judicial department and other relevant personnel during court hearings, according to the ministry.

Non-Arabic-speaking litigants can request an interpreter for their court sessions. Explore more here… pic.twitter.com/R8UcdgDDDl

— Saudi Ministry of Justice (@MojKsa_EN) August 16, 2023

To use the service, users must:

• Log in to the Najiz.sa portal
• Select the statement of claim
• Input required information
• Choose preferred language
• Complete the required data
• Submit the application