Drinking Guide
Legal BAC
ZERO
Drinking Age
Illegal
New Drivers
Zero BAC
Barbican and other non-alcoholic beer brands are widely available and popular.
Non-alcoholic sparkling apple juice served at celebrations. A festive alternative.
Alcohol is completely illegal in Saudi Arabia under Sharia law. There is no legal way to purchase, consume, or possess alcohol. Violations carry severe penalties including imprisonment, fines, and deportation for foreigners. Non-alcoholic alternatives are widely available.
Alcohol is 100% illegal. Penalties include: imprisonment, lashes (though increasingly rare), fines, and deportation for foreigners. Smuggling alcohol carries even harsher penalties.
Alcohol is 100% ILLEGAL in Saudi Arabia — do not attempt to bring any.
Non-alcoholic beer (Barbican, etc.) is widely available and socially acceptable.
"Saudi Champagne" (sparkling apple juice) is the festive drink of choice.
Diplomatic compounds historically had exemptions, but rules are strictly enforced.
Neighboring countries (UAE, Bahrain) are options for those seeking alcohol.
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