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المملكة: The most prominent of which is the national registry .. 19 requirements and control of the crafts and handicrafts system


I put off The Ministry of Culture Executive Regulations of the Crafts and Handicraft System via the “Reconnaissance” platform, with the aim of enhancing craft activities related to the inherited cultural heritage, preserving it, and protecting it from disappearance, in addition to supporting its competitiveness in a way that contributes to providing products and services capable of competing, marketing them locally and externally, in line with the targets of the Kingdom’s 2030 vision that focuses on Conservation of cultural heritage and convert it into creative and economic source.

The National Craftsmen Registry

The executive regulations allocated an important door related to the creation of “ ”, which will be owned by the authority and managed by it directly, and aims to document the statements of craftsmen and organize their work. Determine the evidence approved by the council. Mobile and e -mail, in addition to scientific qualifications, certificates or training courses in the field “if any”, and the number of years of experience, and professional memberships, as well as any other information determined by the council. />
In the event that the registration is canceled due to violating the provisions of the system, the craftsman may request the restoration of the registration, provided that the period specified for the penalty has passed, and a pledge not to repeat the violation, and to re -submit the application in the same way with the fulfillment of all the requirements.

The fields of crafts and handicrafts


The executive regulations covered a comprehensive list of areas
Crafts and handicrafts that are subject to organization, which include: wooden artifacts, palm jewelry, metal artifacts, leather artifacts, textiles, jewelry and jewelry, traditional construction, binding and gilding, embroidered artifacts, pottery artifacts, in addition to supportive handicrafts. Which falls under these categories, in addition to the possibility of adding new areas in coordination with the relevant authorities, in a manner that guarantees the inclusiveness and development of the organization in line with changes and needs.

Licensing system for craftsmen and shops
The regulations clarified that the authority will be granted two types of licenses, the first: “A license of a literal practitioner” is granted to everyone who practices craft and manual activities for commercial purposes or trades with craft products mainly. />
It is required for licenses to fulfill all the requirements of the licensing rules approved by the ministry, and submit applications through models specially prepared for this purpose. The period of the license is two years renewable, provided that it is canceled in the event of the loss of any of its conditions. The regulation also stipulated the possibility of re -applying for the license after fulfilling the conditions again."Text-Align: Jusify"> Internal and external participation controls

The regulations touched on the participation of craftsmen in exhibitions and events, as it stipulated that the craftsman who wants to participate in the Kingdom must obtain a certified license in accordance with the fifth article of the regulations, while those who represent the Kingdom in international forums must obtain the license in addition to prior approval by the commission. The regulations obligated craft associations and handicrafts that wish to hold exhibitions to fulfill the regular requirements and apply for an official request to the authority. The authority also granted the authority to define the prohibited craft products to be imported or made forms for it with an official decision published through the platform, with the possibility of amending this decision when needed.

Encouragement rewards for craftsmen
The executive regulations were keen to motivate craftsmen by adopting controls to grant encouraging rewards, which are logistical support, financial support, and technical support, while granting the council the authority to add other types of rewards when needed, in coordination with the Ministry of Finance. These rewards aim to encourage craftsmen to develop their business and increase their ability to compete and continue.

Cooperation with the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts

The regulation stipulated to enhance cooperation between the Authority and the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts by setting mechanisms that encourage the institute’s associates to register in the national registry, in addition to providing specialized training programs that enable craftsmen to develop their skills. Market.

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