Treatment and rehabilitation centers

First: Requirements for Initial Approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before starting construction or renovation works.
  • Legal Documents:
    • Commercial Registration: The facility's commercial registration must be valid and include the activity "Medical Rehabilitation Center".
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease for the site, with the lease term not less than 5 years.
  • Site and Plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Plans: Submit preliminary engineering plans for the center, certified by an engineering office. The plans must show:
      • Physical therapy rooms.
      • Occupational therapy rooms.
      • Speech therapy rooms.
      • Patient waiting areas.
      • Dedicated areas for different rehabilitation specialties (e.g., adult rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, neuro-rehabilitation).
Second: Requirements for Final Operating License
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and setup, this stage is for obtaining the final operating license.
  • Engineering and Technical Requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Infection Control System: A comprehensive infection control system, including proper medical waste disposal according to standards.
    • Accessibility: The center must be accessible for people with disabilities, including ramps, elevators, and appropriate restrooms.
  • Specialized Staff:
    • Medical Director: The medical director must be Saudi, a consultant or specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation (or related field), with a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).
    • Rehabilitation Team: The team should include qualified professionals with valid SCFHS registration, such as:
      • Physical therapists.
      • Occupational therapists.
      • Speech and language therapists.
      • Rehabilitation physicians.
    • Staffing Ratio: Adhere to the minimum required staff relative to the number of patients, according to Ministry of Health regulations.
  • Facilities and Equipment:
    • Therapy Equipment: Provide specialized equipment for each type of therapy (e.g., treadmills, exercise machines, braces, assistive devices).
    • Specialized Clinics: The center may include clinics such as prosthetics and orthotics, hydrotherapy unit, or pediatric rehabilitation unit, with equipment and specialized staff for each.
    • Medical Records System: Provide a system for managing electronic or paper medical records.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Insurance Certificate: Obtain malpractice/medical errors insurance.
    • Accreditation: Obtain accreditation from the Saudi Center for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), which is mandatory for operation.
    • Referral Agreements: The center must have an agreement with a nearby hospital for emergency cases or those requiring admission.
First: Requirements for Initial Approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before starting construction or renovation works.
  • Legal Documents:
    • Commercial Registration: The facility's commercial registration must be valid and include the activity "Physical Therapy Center".
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease for the site, with the lease term not less than 5 years.
  • Site and Plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Plans: Submit preliminary engineering plans for the center, certified by an engineering office. The plans must show:
      • Individual therapy rooms.
      • Group therapy hall.
      • Patient waiting areas.
      • Appropriate restrooms.
      • Accessibility for people with disabilities.
Second: Requirements for Final Operating License
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and setup, this stage is for obtaining the final operating license.
  • Engineering and Technical Requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Accessibility: The center must be easily accessible for people with disabilities, including ramps, elevators, and grab bars in restrooms.
    • Infection Control System: A comprehensive infection control system, including proper medical waste disposal according to standards.
  • Specialized Staff:
    • Technical Director: The center's technical director must be Saudi, a specialist in physical therapy, with a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and at least 2 years of practical experience.
    • Therapy Team: All physical therapists must have a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
    • Staffing Ratio: Adhere to the minimum required staff relative to the size of the center.
  • Facilities and Equipment:
    • Therapy Equipment: Provide specialized physical therapy equipment, such as:
      • Thermal and electrical therapy devices.
      • Ultrasound devices.
      • Spinal traction devices.
      • Exercise and rehabilitation machines.
    • Therapy Rooms: Rooms must be individual to ensure patient privacy and equipped with adjustable examination beds.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Insurance Certificate: Obtain malpractice/medical errors insurance.
    • Accreditation: Obtain accreditation from the Saudi Center for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), which is mandatory for operation.
    • Referral Agreements: The center must have an agreement with a nearby hospital or medical complex to refer cases that require advanced medical care.
First: Requirements for initial approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before commencing construction or renovation work.
  • Legal documents:
    • Commercial Register: The facility’s commercial register must be valid and include the activity of “occupational therapy center.”
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease agreement for the site, provided that the lease agreement is for a period of no less than 5 years.
  • Location and plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Drawings: Submit preliminary engineering drawings for the center, approved by an engineering firm. The drawings must show:
      • Individual and group therapy rooms.
      • An area dedicated to activities and fine motor skills.
      • Space for practicing activities of daily living (e.g., kitchen, bathroom).
      • Patient waiting areas.
      • Accessibility for people with disabilities.
Second: Final operating license requirements
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and equipment work, the project moves to this stage to obtain the final license.
  • Engineering and technical requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Accessibility: The center must be easily accessible for people with disabilities, including ramps, elevators, and support handles in bathrooms.
    • Infection Control System: The presence of an integrated infection control system, including a system for
First: Requirements for initial approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before commencing construction or preparation work.
  • Legal documents:
    • Commercial Register: The facility’s commercial register must be valid and include the activity of “Prosthetics and Orthotics Center.”
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease agreement for the site, provided that the lease agreement is for a period of no less than 5 years.
  • Location and plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Drawings: Submit preliminary engineering drawings for the center, approved by an engineering firm. The drawings must show:
      • Reception and clinical examination area.
      • Manufacturing workshop.
      • Fitting and mold preparation room.
      • Training and rehabilitation hall.
Second: Final operating license requirements
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and equipment work, the project moves to this stage to obtain the final license.
  • Engineering and technical requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Infection Control System: The presence of an integrated infection control and sterilization system, including a system for disposing of medical waste according to standards.
    • Workshop: The workshop must be equipped with an adequate ventilation system, designed to ensure worker safety, and provided with the necessary safety equipment.
  • Specialized cadres:
    • Technical Director: The center's technical director must be a Saudi national, a prosthetics and orthotics specialist, hold a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and have at least two years of practical experience.
    • Technical Staff: All specialized technicians must have a va
First: Requirements for initial approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before commencing construction or preparation work.
  • Legal documents:
    • Commercial Registration: The facility's commercial registration must be valid and include the activity of "Speech and Language Therapy Center" or "Speech and Language Therapy Center".
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease agreement for the site, provided that the lease agreement is for a period of no less than 5 years.
  • Location and plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Drawings: Submit preliminary engineering drawings for the center, approved by an engineering firm. The drawings must show:
      • Individual treatment rooms.
      • Group therapy rooms.
      • Patient waiting areas.
      • Suitable restroom.
Second: Final operating license requirements
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and equipment work, the project moves to this stage to obtain the final license.
  • Engineering and technical requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Infection Control System: The presence of an integrated infection control and sterilization system, including a system for disposing of medical waste according to standards.
    • Soundproofing rooms: Treatment rooms should be designed to ensure soundproofing and privacy for patients, especially children.
  • Specialized cadres:
    • Technical Director: The center's technical director must be a Saudi national, a speech-language pathologist, and swallowing pathologist, with a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties and at least two years of practical experience.
    • Technical Staff: All specialists must have a valid professional classific
First: Requirements for Initial Approval
This stage aims to verify the investor’s eligibility and the suitability of the site before starting construction or preparation work.
  • Legal Documents:
    • Commercial Register: The establishment’s commercial register must be valid and include the activity “Hearing Disease Treatment Center.”
    • Title Deed or Lease Contract: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease contract for the site, with the lease contract valid for no less than 5 years.
  • Site and Plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Plans: Submit preliminary engineering plans for the center, approved by an engineering office. The plans must show:
      • Hearing test rooms (soundproof rooms).
      • Patient examination rooms.
      • Patient waiting areas.
      • Area for displaying and selling medical hearing aids.
Second: Requirements for Final Operating License
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and preparation work, this stage is undertaken to obtain the final license.
  • Engineering and Technical Requirements:
    • Building Permit: Provide a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Soundproof Rooms: Hearing test rooms must be fully soundproofed and comply with international technical standards to ensure accurate examinations.
    • Infection Control System: Have an integrated infection control system, including a medical waste disposal system in accordance with standards.
  • Specialized Staff:
    • Technical Director: The center’s technical director must be Saudi, a hearing specialist, hold a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and have at least two years of practical experience.
    • Technical Staff: All specialists must hold valid professional classifications from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
    • Ratio and Proportion: Adhere to the minimum required staffing levels relative to the size of the center.
  • Equipment and Facilities:
    • Hearing Devices: Provide specialized hearing devices for hearing assessment, such as an Audiometer, Tympanometer, and Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) device.
    • Hearing Aid Models: Provide various models of medical hearing aids.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Insurance Document: Obtain medical malpractice insurance.
    • Accreditation: Obtain accreditation from the Saudi Central Board for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), which is a mandatory requirement for operation.
    • Referral Agreements: The center must have an agreement with a nearby hospital or medical complex to transfer cases requiring surgical intervention or advanced medical care.
    • Compliance with Standards: The center must comply with the technical standards for hearing assessment and fitting medical hearing aids.
First: Requirements for initial approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before commencing construction or renovation work.
  • Legal documents:
    • Commercial Register: The facility's commercial register must be valid and include the activity of "Psychological Treatment and Rehabilitation Center" or "Psychological Clinic."
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease agreement for the site, provided that the lease agreement is for a period of no less than 5 years.
  • Location and plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Drawings: Submit preliminary engineering drawings for the center, approved by an engineering firm. The drawings must show:
      • Individual treatment rooms (clinics).
      • Group therapy rooms.
      • Patient waiting areas.
      • Space for specialist offices.
Second: Final operating license requirements
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and equipment work, the project moves to this stage to obtain the final license.
  • Engineering and technical requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Infection Control System: The presence of an integrated infection control system, including a system for disposing of medical waste according to standards.
    • Privacy: All rooms must be designed to ensure complete privacy for patients, with adequate sound insulation.
  • Specialized cadres:
    • Technical Director: The center's technical director must be a Saudi national, a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist, hold a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and have at least two years of practical experience.
    • Medical Staff: All physicians, psychologists, and social workers must have a valid professional classificati
First: Requirements for initial approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the safety of the site before commencing construction or renovation work.
  • Legal documents:
    • Commercial Registration: The facility’s commercial registration must be valid and include the activity of “Foot and Ankle Care Center.”
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease agreement for the site, provided that the lease agreement is for a period of no less than 5 years.
  • Location and plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Drawings: Submit preliminary engineering drawings for the center, approved by an engineering firm. The drawings must show:
      • Examination and treatment rooms.
      • Sterilization area.
      • Patient waiting areas.
Second: Final operating license requirements
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and equipment work, the project moves to this stage to obtain the final license.
  • Engineering and technical requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Sterilization and infection control system: The presence of a strict and integrated system for sterilizing tools and equipment, and the provision of a system for disposing of medical waste according to standards.
  • Specialized cadres:
    • Technical Director: The technical director of the center must be a Saudi national, a podiatrist or foot care specialist, hold a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and have at least two years of practical experience.
    • Technical Staff: All specialists must have a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
    • Ratio and proportion: Commitment to the minimum number of required staff compared to the size of the center.
  • First: Requirements for Initial Approval
    This stage aims to verify the investor’s eligibility and the suitability of the site before starting construction or preparation work.
    • Legal Documents:
      • Commercial Register: The establishment’s commercial register must be valid and include the activity “Nutrition Center.”
      • Title Deed or Lease Contract: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease contract for the site, with the lease contract valid for no less than 5 years.
    • Site and Plans:
      • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
      • Preliminary Engineering Plans: Submit preliminary engineering plans for the center, approved by an engineering office. The plans must show:
        • Consultation rooms.
        • Client waiting areas.
        • Dedicated equipment areas.
    Second: Requirements for Final Operating License
    After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and preparation work, this stage is undertaken to obtain the final license.
    • Engineering and Technical Requirements:
      • Building Permit: Provide a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
      • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
      • Infection Control System: Have an integrated infection control system, including a waste disposal system according to standards, especially when using tools that may come into contact with the body.
    • Specialized Staff:
      • Technical Director: The center’s technical director must be Saudi, a specialist in clinical nutrition, hold a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and have at least two years of practical experience.
      • Technical Staff: All working nutrition specialists must hold valid professional classifications from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
    • Equipment and Facilities:
      • Measurement Devices: Provide devices for measuring weight, height, and body fat percentage, such as a Body Composition Analyzer.
      • Consultation Rooms: Rooms must be designed to ensure client privacy, with suitable space for consultation sessions.
      • Records System: Provide a system for managing client records securely and confidentially.
    • Additional Requirements:
      • Insurance Document: Obtain medical malpractice insurance.
      • Accreditation: Obtain accreditation from the Saudi Central Board for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), which is mandatory for operation.
      • Protocols: The center must have clear and approved protocols for dealing with clients and preparing nutrition plans.
First: Requirements for Initial Approval
This stage aims to verify the investor's eligibility and the site’s safety before starting construction or renovation works.
  • Legal Documents:
    • Commercial Registration: The facility’s commercial registration must be valid and include the activity "Urgent Medical Care Center".
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease for the site, with the lease term not less than 5 years.
  • Site and Plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Plans: Submit preliminary engineering plans for the center, certified by an engineering office. The plans must show:
      • Triage area.
      • Patient examination rooms.
      • Emergency room.
      • Minor procedures room.
      • Patient waiting areas.
Second: Requirements for Final Operating License
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and setup, this stage is for obtaining the final operating license.
  • Engineering and Technical Requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Infection Control System: A comprehensive infection control system, including proper medical waste disposal according to standards.
    • Accessibility: The center must be easily accessible for people with disabilities.
  • Specialized Staff:
    • Medical Director: The medical director must be Saudi, a consultant in emergency medicine or a related field, with a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
    • Medical Team: The team must include healthcare professionals with valid professional classification, such as:
      • Emergency medicine physicians.
      • Nurses experienced in urgent care.
      • Medical technicians.
    • Staffing Ratio: Adhere to the minimum required staff relative to the number of patients, according to Ministry of Health regulations.
  • Facilities and Equipment:
    • Emergency Room: Must be fully equipped to handle emergency cases, including AED, oxygen, and resuscitation equipment.
    • Minor Procedures Room: A separate room for minor surgeries and wound care.
    • Laboratory and Imaging: The center must have either an internal lab and imaging unit or a contract with a licensed lab and imaging center for medical tests.
    • Ambulance Service: The center must have a contract with a licensed ambulance service for patient transfer to hospitals if needed.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Insurance Certificate: Obtain malpractice/medical errors insurance.
    • Accreditation: Obtain accreditation from the Saudi Center for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), mandatory for operation.
    • Referral Protocols: The center must have clear and approved protocols for referring patients to hospitals in emergency cases.
First: Requirements for Initial Approval
This stage aims to verify the investor’s eligibility and the site’s safety before starting construction or renovation works.
  • Legal Documents:
    • Commercial Registration: The facility’s commercial registration must be valid and include the activity "Pain Relief Center".
    • Title Deed or Lease Agreement: Provide a copy of the title deed or lease for the site, with the lease term not less than 5 years.
  • Site and Plans:
    • Municipality Approval: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing for the site.
    • Preliminary Engineering Plans: Submit preliminary engineering plans for the center, certified by an engineering office. The plans must show:
      • Individual treatment rooms.
      • Psychological and social consultation areas.
      • Examination rooms.
      • Patient and family waiting areas.
Second: Requirements for Final Operating License
After obtaining initial approval and completing construction and setup, this stage is for obtaining the final operating license.
  • Engineering and Technical Requirements:
    • Building Permit: Submit a copy of the building permit issued by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing.
    • Civil Defense Approval: Obtain approval from the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
    • Infection Control System: A comprehensive infection control system, including proper medical waste disposal according to standards.
    • Accessibility: The center must be easily accessible for people with disabilities, including ramps, elevators, and support handles in restrooms.
  • Specialized Staff:
    • Medical Director: The medical director must be Saudi, a consultant or specialist in pain relief, with a valid professional classification from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
    • Medical Team: The center must include a multidisciplinary team with valid professional classification, such as:
      • Pain relief physicians.
      • Nurses.
      • Pharmacists.
      • Social and psychological specialists.
    • Staffing Ratio: Adhere to the minimum required staff relative to the size of the center.
  • Facilities and Equipment:
    • Medical Equipment: Provide essential medical equipment, such as vital signs monitors and IV infusion pumps.
    • Pain Management System: The center must have clear protocols for pain management and symptom control.
    • Records System: Provide a system for managing patient records confidentially and securely.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Insurance Certificate: Obtain malpractice/medical errors insurance.
    • Accreditation: Obtain accreditation from the Saudi Center for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), mandatory for operation.
    • Collaboration Agreements: The center must have agreements with other hospitals for referral of cases that require advanced medical care or hospitalization.