Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia
| Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia | |
|---|---|
| مفتي عام المملكة العربية السعودية | |
since 22 October 2025 | |
| Office of the Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia | |
| Style | |
| Type | Religious leadership / Advisory |
| Status | Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia |
| Member of | |
| Appointer | King of Saudi Arabia |
| Term length | Life tenure (no fixed term) |
| Formation | 1953 (abolished 1969; restored 1993) |
| First holder | Mohammed bin Ibrahim |
The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia is the highest-ranking and most influential religious and legal authority in Saudi Arabia. The position is appointed by the King of Saudi Arabia. The Grand Mufti serves as the head of the Permanent Committee for Islamic Research and Ifta.