SAIP Approves Implementing Regulations for Saudi Arabia's Geographical Indications Law
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has approved the executive regulations for Saudi Arabia's new Geographical Indications Protection Law (Decision 2026/39/01), marking the country's transition to a fully operational GI registration regime.
This development is particularly relevant to local agricultural producers, food manufacturers, cooperatives, retailers, exporters, and artisanal enterprises looking to reinforce the commercial value of Saudi-origin products. Per the Official Gazette, SAIP will begin accepting GI applications once the system and regulations enter into force — expected mid-November 2026 — with examination procedures commencing after official fees are published.
No date has been confirmed for that publication.
This development is particularly relevant to local agricultural producers, food manufacturers, cooperatives, retailers, exporters, and artisanal enterprises looking to reinforce the commercial value of Saudi-origin products. Per the Official Gazette, SAIP will begin accepting GI applications once the system and regulations enter into force — expected mid-November 2026 — with examination procedures commencing after official fees are published.
No date has been confirmed for that publication.
