Further to the announcement of April 19, 2026, and in response to questions received from the community regarding eligibility, the Government Affairs & Security Department — in collaboration with HSE and C&C — is republishing the access conditions with additional clarification on who may use this service.
Eligibility: This service is available to KAUST community members aged 18 and above, using registered bicycles only. Other mobility devices — including electric and kick scooters, e-bikes, skateboards, and similar — are not permitted through external gates.
Access conditions: Eligible cyclists may exit and re-enter the campus under the following conditions:
- Gate 3 is designated for all individual and group cyclist movements. (Exceptional use of Security Gate 1 by groups is possible with prior approval by contacting ask.security@kaust.edu.sa at least 24 hours in advance.)
- Bicycles must be registered with Security, fitted with a security tag, and verified upon re-entry. To register a bicycle, visit the ID Office.
- Cyclists must use the marked lanes at the gate.
- Cyclists must dismount and walk their bicycles when passing through the security checkpoint.
- Access is limited to Gate 3 daily operating hours (05:00 – 22:00).
- Cyclists must adhere to all safety requirements as specified in the KAUST Road Safety Code, including helmets and front/rear lights.
If you need more information or support, please contact Security at ask.security@kaust.edu.sa.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe.
2 comments
Good news!!
First Saudi and other ladies were allowed to drive , a few years after our arrival
This is another good development.
Great for Kaust and Saudi Arabia
Mieke Witkamp, (almost leaving dependant)
Good news, after so many years, but still not enough!
Gate 3 only, no other form of mobility allowed… with the opening of the military compound to KAUST employee, this will have to change.