Saudi Arabia and Qatar

How long must CCTV recordings be kept in Saudi Arabia?

The law refers to periods set in the Ministry of Interior's requirements, and 90 days is the figure widely reported for most covered establishments. For banks it is explicit: the Saudi Central Bank rulebook sets a minimum of 90 days for all bank facilities, with incident footage kept for one year after a complaint. Recordings tied to a reported incident must be kept unaltered until the investigation ends.

Last reviewed 10 November 2026 by Vikram Nair

General information, not legal advice. Rules change and vary by premises type: confirm with the relevant authority or an approved installer.

Sources

• Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) rulebook — Security surveillance systems
• Saudi Gazette — Surveillance camera law penalties