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PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 1 – Definitions
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 2 – Personal or Family Use
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 3 – General Provisions of Data Subject Rights (DSR)
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 4 – Right to be Informed
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 5 – Right of Access to Personal Data
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 6 – Right to Request Access to Personal Data
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 7 – Right to Request Correction of Personal Data
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 8 – Right to Request Destruction of Personal Data
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 9 – Anonymisation
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 10 – Means of Communication
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 11 – Consent
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 12 – Consent withdrawal
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 13 – Legal Guardian
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 14 – Processing to Serve the Actual Interest of Data Subject
PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 15 – Collecting Data from Third Parties
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PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 35 – Accreditation Bodies

  • This article is verified from SDAIA
  • halaprivacy.com
  • Updated: December 23, 2025
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Overview

PDPL Implementing Regulation Article 35 establishes the authority of the Competent Authority (SDAIA) to issue the regulatory rules governing how licensing entities may provide accreditation certificates to Controllers and Processors under the Saudi PDPL. The Article also requires coordination with the Digital Government Authority (DGA) for licensing matters related to entities delivering services on behalf of government bodies.

This provision ensures a unified accreditation framework that supports compliance oversight and standardisation across both public and private sectors.

SDAIA's Official Text

The text below reproduces official PDPL law, regulation, or guideline issued by the Saudi Data & AI Authority, verified against the original SDAIA source. No changes or reinterpretation applied.

Article 35: Accreditation bodies

The Competent Authority shall issue the regulatory rules for licensing entities that issue accreditation certificates for Controllers and Processors in accordance with paragraph (2) of Article 33 of the Law. The Competent Authority shall also coordinate with the Digital Government Authority regarding licensing for entities providing services on behalf of government entities.

Plain-Language Explanation

The explanation below is provided to help you understand the SDAIA’s legal text and does not replace or override the official PDPL law, regulation, or guideline.

Accreditation Rules Issuance

This clause requires the Competent Authority to publish regulatory rules that govern how licensing entities may issue accreditation certificates to Controllers and Processors. These rules must align with the requirements of Article 33(2) of the Law, which concerns the accreditation of entities performing compliance-related activities.

Government Services Coordination

This clause requires the Competent Authority to coordinate with the Digital Government Authority to ensure proper licensing of entities that provide services on behalf of government bodies. The coordination ensures that accreditation and licensing requirements remain consistent across public-sector service providers.

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