How to Search Middle East Records
Middle East provides 18 searchable databases across multiple government agencies. Use the portals below based on the record type you need.
Important: Access rules vary. Some Middle East records require registration, fees, or formal requests. Criminal records in most countries are restricted and require authorization.
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Afghanistan Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and access government resources for courts and case law, government, legislation, Parliament, treaties, criminal law, domain names, human rights, military law, and other government and legal information.
Bahrain | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for the Kingdom of Bahrain and access government resources for education, government, legislation, Parliament, alternative dispute resolution, banking, good governance, labor law, intellectual property, and other government and legal information.
Iran | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Iran and access government resources for courts and case law, government, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, constitutional law, domain names, foreign investment, intellectual property, and other government and legal information.
Iraq War Coalition Casualties
Official Government Source Free Access
Searchable index of Iraq Coalition Casualties. Access official Middle East government records and public data.
Iraq | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Iraq and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, law journals, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, criminal law, treaties, human rights, military law, and other government and legal information.
Israel | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Israel and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, law journals, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, competition law, domain names, human rights, intellectual property, land law, and other government and legal information.
Israel | Patents, Trademarks & Designs
Official Government Source Free Access
Israeli Patent Office database for Patents, Designs, and Trademarks in Israel.
Jewish Genealogy
Official Government Source Free Access
JewishGen Jewish Genealogy databases from Israel and Syria.
Jordan | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Jordan and access government resources for banking and finance, companies, domain names, government, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, constitutional law, and other government and legal information.
Kuwait Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search or browse this Australasian Legal Information Institute database for legal information in Kuwait.
Lebanon | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Lebanon and access government resources for courts and case law, government, law reform, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, constitutional law, banking, finance, and other government and legal information.
Oman | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for the Sultanate of Oman and access government resources for legislation, government, Parliament, anti-corruption, constitutional law, domain names, alternative dispute resolution, intellectual property, and other government and legal information.
Palestinian Territories: Government & Legal Info
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for the Palestinian Autonomous Territories and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, legislation, Parliament, banking, environment, human rights, refugees, labor law, and other government and legal information.
Qatar | Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Qatar and access courts and case law, elections, legislation, government, criminal law, intellectual property, military law, and more.
Saudi Arabia Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search or browse this Australasian Legal Information Institute database for legal information in Saudi Arabia.
Syria | Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search Syria legal databases, including government, legislation, Parliament, treaties, intellectual property, and other law indexes.
United Arab Emirates | Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search United Arab Emirates legal databases. Includes education, legislation, government, Parliament, intellectual property, and other law indexes.
Yemen | Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search Yemen legal databases, including legislation, government, Parliament, elections, banking and finance, and other law indexes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search Middle East public records?▼
Use the databases listed above - these are the primary official sources for Middle East. International record systems vary - access methods and availability differ from U.S. systems.
Are Middle East criminal records publicly searchable?▼
In most countries, criminal records are NOT publicly searchable online. They typically require a formal background check with the subject's consent. This is different from the U.S., where many county court records are publicly accessible.
Why are there fewer databases than U.S. states?▼
Most countries do not make the same range of public records freely searchable online as U.S. states do. Many international records require registration, fees, or formal government requests. What is listed here represents the best available free online access.
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Last reviewed: May 25, 2026