Official CMA Resources

Decrees & Amendments

Access the official CMA regulations, decrees, and amendments referenced throughout the course. All links direct to the Saudi Capital Market Authority's official publications.

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Primary Legislation

Capital Market Law (Royal Decree No. M/30)

The foundational legislation establishing the CMA, defining its powers, and setting out the basic framework for regulating the Saudi capital market.

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Implementing Regulations

Capital Market Institutions Regulations (CMIR)

Governs licensing, governance, and conduct of all Capital Market Institutions (formerly Authorised Persons Regulations / APR). Covers licence categories, fit-and-proper standards, conduct of business rules, and capital adequacy requirements.

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Implementing Regulations

Investment Funds Regulations (IFR)

Regulates the establishment, offering, management, and operation of investment funds in Saudi Arabia, including public and private funds, REITs, and ETFs.

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Implementing Regulations

Securities Business Regulations

Defines the five categories of securities business requiring CMA licensing: dealing, arranging, advising, managing, and custody.

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Implementing Regulations

Market Conduct Regulations

Establishes rules governing market behaviour including prohibition of insider trading, market manipulation, fair dealing requirements, and disclosure obligations.

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Implementing Regulations

Corporate Governance Regulations

Sets governance standards for listed companies, including board composition, audit committee requirements, disclosure obligations, and shareholder rights.

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Rules & Standards

Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations (OSCOs)

Governs public offerings, private placements, listing requirements, and continuing disclosure obligations for issuers.

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Rules & Standards

Listing Rules

Sets requirements for listing securities on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) and the Parallel Market (Nomu).

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Rules & Standards

Rules for Special Purposes Entities

Regulates special purposes entities including their establishment, licensing, registration, management, and associated activities.

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Rules & Standards

Real Estate Investment Funds Regulations

Specific regulations governing the establishment and management of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and real estate funds.

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Instructions & Guidance

Investment Accounts Instructions

Rules for opening and operating investment accounts, including client money segregation and reporting requirements.

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Implementing Regulations

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Regulations

KYC, AML, and CTF requirements for Capital Market Institutions, including client due diligence and suspicious activity reporting.

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Rules & Standards

Securities Depository Center (Edaa) Rules

Rules governing the registration, clearing, and settlement of securities through the Securities Depository Center.

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Key Amendments

Amendment: Abolition of QFI Status (Effective February 2025)

Historic amendment abolishing Qualified Foreign Investor (QFI) status and opening the Saudi capital market to all categories of foreign investors.

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Key Amendments

Amendment: Saudi Depositary Receipts (SDRs) Framework (July 2024)

Framework enabling foreign companies to register and offer securities on the Saudi Exchange through depositary receipts.

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Key Amendments

Amendment: Renaming Authorised Persons to Capital Market Institutions

The CMA amended the regulatory framework to rename 'Authorised Persons' to 'Capital Market Institutions' (CMIs), reflecting the evolved role and scope of licensed entities.

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Instructions & Guidance

Instructions for Shariah Governance in Capital Market Institutions

Rules and standards for Shariah governance applicable to Capital Market Institutions providing Shariah-compliant products and services.

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Rules & Standards

Prudential Rules

Sets capital adequacy, liquidity, and financial resource requirements for Capital Market Institutions to ensure financial stability.

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Disclaimer: The links above direct to the official Saudi Capital Market Authority (CMA) website. Regulations are subject to amendment. Always refer to the latest version published on cma.org.sa for the most current regulatory text.