Legal Ages in Saudi Arabia

The age you become an adult in Saudi Arabia, and the legal ages for voting, driving, drinking alcohol and marriage, with the exceptions that matter.

Age of majority 18 Voting age 18 Driving age 18 Drinking age Not allowed Marriage age 18

Age of majority in Saudi Arabia

You are an adult at 18.

Voting age in Saudi Arabia

There are no national elections. Saudi citizens can vote in municipal council elections from 18.

Driving age in Saudi Arabia

You need to be 18 for a private car licence.

Drinking age in Saudi Arabia

Not allowed

Alcohol is banned for everyone, including visitors.

Marriage age in Saudi Arabia

The Personal Status Law sets 18. A court can still approve a marriage below that age.

Checked 22 October 2026 against national laws and government sites. Laws change and this is a summary, not legal advice; check with the authority that applies to you.

Age calculator

Your exact age today, and the date you turn 16, 18 or 21.

Emergency numbers in Saudi Arabia

Police, ambulance and fire numbers, plus helplines.

Saudi public holidays 2026

Every holiday with its date and long weekends.