Net billing in Saudi Arabia: what is confirmed and what is not?

What we found in technical and regulatory sources

• A small-scale PV system does not exceed 2 MW and runs in parallel with the distribution grid under an agreement that includes net billing.
• The connection standard varies by capacity: requirements differ above 11 kW, external protection may apply above 20 kW, and a dedicated production meter applies above 100 kW.

What we could not confirm

• The export credit in force: not found in an official text. Commercial sources cite 5 halalas, and an October 2026 draft cites other figures. The calculator uses 5 halalas, the lowest published figure, and you can change it.
• The new draft regulation (October 2026): we found nothing confirming its adoption, so we do not treat it as in force.

What this means in practice

Design for self consumption first. A kWh used directly saves the slab price, while surplus is valued far lower. Do not rest project returns on the export value before the provider confirms it.

Calculate self consumption and surplus

Sources: Saudi Electricity Regulatory Authority, and the technical standard for small-scale connection. This article is not legal advice.