Right to Information Policy

Hafar Al-Batin Municipality is committed to promoting transparency by providing access to public information in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, while ensuring the protection of confidential and legally restricted information.

Policy Objectives

This policy aims to:

• Enable individuals to access public information.
• Promote transparency and accountability.
• Establish a clear process for requesting information.
• Balance the right to access information with the protection of restricted information.

Public Information

Individuals may request access to public information created or held by the Municipality, except where disclosure is restricted under applicable laws or regulations.

Restricted Information

The Municipality shall not disclose information that is legally exempt from public disclosure, including:

• Personal data.
• Security-related information.
• Confidential or classified information.
• Information whose disclosure may adversely affect legal rights or the public interest.
• Any information prohibited from disclosure under applicable laws and regulations.

Requesting Information

Requests for public information may be submitted through the Municipality's approved electronic channels. Applicants should provide sufficient information to identify the requested records.

Processing Requests

Information requests are reviewed and processed within the applicable regulatory timeframes. Requests may be declined where a legal exemption applies, and the applicant will be informed of the reason for the decision.

Appeals

Applicants may submit an appeal in accordance with the applicable procedures if their request is denied or cannot be fulfilled.

Contact Us

For enquiries regarding access to public information, please contact the Municipality through its official communication channels.

Last Updated: July 2026.