Instructions for Requesting Open Data


Providing Instructions and Guidelines for Users:

Open data refers to a specific set of public information that is machine-readable, freely available to the public, and can be used or shared by any individual, public, or private entity, without restrictions.

  •  Open data  can be used and shared
     Open data does not include any private or confidential information, it consists of public data that can be shared 

  • Open data can be accessed by visiting  Open Data Plateform

  • If the required open dqtq is not available , a request for open data can be sub;itted by filling the form on the website of the Authority of People with Disability (APD)


Clear Prodcedure for reviewing, auditing and approving the request:

  • The applicant logs in through the National Unified Access via the APD's website by using the "Contact Us" section (Click Here) .

  • The applicant fills out the form with the following details:

(Name - Email Address - Mobile Number -  Request Subject - Type of Open Data - Request Description ).

  • The request is forwarded to the relevant department for review and analysis

  • Once the request has been processed, the applicant will be informed of the result.


Response Time and enabling users to track the status of open data requests

  • Response Time: Two business days.

  • Service availability: 24/7 .

  • Open data requests can be tracked by contacting the following email: ( Opendata@apd.gov.sa ).